So I bought a redtop yesterday, right model for the rover, but the battery posts are further inboard than the previous battery, and the cables don't reach. I am using the battery under tray spacer.

Thoughts? Is there another model optima I should have bought?

 

What battery model did you get and is it going to be used with a winch?

 

No winch. Just the standard 34/78 red top. Size is the same as the type 34 it replaced, but the terminals are set further inbound. Which model should I exchange it for?

 

turn it sideways..it doesn't matter with optimas

 

Yeah tried it. No luck. Leads are about an inch short. What model are you guys using?

 

A silly question; but does the spacer go under the battery or beside the battery?
I have seen them use both way depending on the vehicle, some use them on the side to hold the battery tight in the box.

 

It's meant to go under.

 

Just return it and get a standard battery for half price with higher performance ratings.

Never buy an Optima unless you have a specific need for one.

 

Ive been using fully sealed dry batteries for years and IMHO they simply hold up better to abuse, vibration, discharge and recharge etc.

I'm interested to know what model actually fits.

 

I dont know what size my red top is but it has L78NK stamped at the top right, where is the battery size listed on it?