| rbh3rd | -- 11-13-2025 @ 11:50 AM |
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I have a newly acquired 39 Standard Coupe that I'm interested in showing. I've seen several older posts here that reference placing an Optima 6V battery inside a Ford script case and possibly needing to cut out the bottom of the case to obtain correct height. I wonder if someone could indulge me with a few specifics: - What Ford script case and if still available? - Which Optima battery? - Since Standard and Deluxe have different battery placement, does this approach work for both or only one? Many thanks, Russ This message was edited by rbh3rd on 11-13-25 @ 12:55 PM
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| kubes40 | -- 11-17-2025 @ 12:38 PM |
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I do not believe you will find a script case that will fit the standard without modifying the hold down bolts. The battery that is available is considerably taller than the original. Did you attempt to find a new Ford script case with the Optima built in? Those were available. Kinda costly I suppose but if you are desiring to show your car, well, I'll bet you realize this isn't s cheap hobby to do things correctly. Mike "Kube" Kubarth
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| JayChicago | -- 11-18-2025 @ 8:12 AM |
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Here is a link to what Kube was referring to. Yeah, very expensive! But modern AGM batteries are known to last ten to fifteen years. Case is a very nice reproduction. The Ford script should be painted gold, which you will have to do yourself. When I ordered one a few years ago, took about 6 months to get to me. I guess they don't keep an inventory, make-up the battery as the orders come in. https://batterycentralmall.com/product/ford-antique-auto-battery-1938-1939-2lf-rr/
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