DEDICATION

This blog is dedicated to the restoration of the Austin Healey 3000...among the most desirable of all British sports cars.

Sunday, August 19, 2012

INSTALLING THE NEW BATTERY

The old battery, shown in previous posts, was not correct for this car.  Tim purchased a period correct "tar top" battery complete with the tray, retaining clamp and cover.  We also found it necessary to replace the battery master switch.  The original switch was defective.
The new battery switch and tray are pictured in the photo to the right.  You will also notice the wood block fixed to the wall of the trunk.  This block helps to stabilize the battery.





The photo to the left shows the new battery held in position with the retaining clamp.  A vinyl cover will be fitted to the battery when the connections are made for the last time.













The archive listing of this blog contains detailed step-by-step photos and narratives regarding this restoration since it began late last December.  Please direct any comments and questions to tommystoplesscars@yahoo.com.


Stay tuned...
Tom McCurry

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