It says that the normal battery restraints may not fit. Please elaborate. My car has an hold down clamp at the front edge of the base. Can some Amazoners relate their experience installing and securing these batteries. My car is a Mini Cooper JCW.
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Measure your present battery, then compare to the specs/size of the replacement. The battery must fit in the existing space without touching anything that the original didn't touch. Next, see if you can get a mounting kit for it from a local auto parts shop. Best advice: check with a MINI Forum online, as someone may already have done what you hope to do. In my Miata, I repositioned the bottom mount and bought a new, taller J-hook hold down.
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Yes and no. I THOUGHT this was the correct replacement, but the battery I took out was 1 3/8 inches taller than this - tall being measured when the battery is installed in the upside down UPS. I think what I took out was an APC #4 battery. Still, this one fits perfectly into the battery cavity, although it does not come all the way up to the sliding cover, meaning it's going to be "hanging" in the battery well. But since it was pretty tight going into the UPS unit, and doesn't begin to fall when I turn the UPS unit right side up, I think I'm just going to run with it and see how long it works. Yes and no. I THOUGHT this was the correct replacement, but the battery I took out was 1 3/8 inches taller than this - tall being measured when the battery is installed in the upside down UPS. I think what I took out was an APC #4 battery. Still, this one fits perfectly into the battery cavity, although it does not come all the way up to the sliding cover, meaning it's going to be "hanging" in the battery well. But since it was pretty tight going into the UPS unit, and doesn't begin to fall when I turn the UPS unit right side up, I think I'm just going to run with it and see how... » Read More Yes and no. I THOUGHT this was the correct replacement, but the battery I took out was 1 3/8 inches taller than this - tall being measured when the battery is installed in the upside down UPS. I think what I took out was an APC #4 battery. Still, this one fits perfectly into the battery cavity, although it does not come all the way up to the sliding cover, meaning it's going to be "hanging" in the battery well. But since it was pretty tight going into the UPS unit, and doesn't begin to fall when I turn the UPS unit right side up, I think I'm just going to run with it and see how long it works. « Show Less
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Thank you for contacting us about your battery tender. Unfortunately, the ring terminals will be too small for standard automotive terminals, but you would be able to use the alligator clips that are provided with the charger.
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It's the type of clamp on the end of the wires. Parrot Jaw is the most common. There are types that work better with side mounted battery post; though I've never had an issue with using Parrot Jaw clamps on any vehicle.
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When I first put in the batteries, it did not work. I realized that I put the battery holder in the wrong way. Turned it around and it worked. Hope it's that simple!
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I'm not sure how to answer this question correctly. When I bought a dual battery tray for my 2008 Jeep Rubicon Unlimited I never gave a thought to the size of the battery. I just assumed that the overwhelming majority of batteries would fit the tray. I believe that most battery trays are designed with a standard battery size in mind. Likewise, most batteries I have seen will fit the trays I have seen. Both manufacturers (Trays & batteries) assume a reasonably uniform size. My guess is you are safe whatever you plan to do.
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I cut out the parts that interfere withe the battery. It seems that plastic that appears to go around the battery doesn't. It interferes and won't close. I've bought 2 so far and had to do the same for both so it could install. I'm happy with mine because I cut those pieces out.
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Three things to check: 1. Do you really want the negative terminal on the left side of the battery? That's where it is on this particular one. 2. Check the battery configuration on your vehicle. The battery needs a different hold-down than the normal rectangular one. 3. Do you want a "post-type" hookup rather than a "screw-in" mount? This one is a "post-type".
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You don't connect them straight to your battery. If you do not know how to wire them up correctly I would suggest getting someone that does. To prevent causing damage to your car.
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Very simple, remove plastic tab in back which allows battery to work once removed. Pick a spot where you like to put in your vehicle once selected there will be a velcro strip. Peel back layer off it and stick where you want the unit placed. I suggest running external wire to outside of car before sticking to velcro. Once wire is ran properly to outside of car you are now ready to use your product :) enjoy!
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I love mine, I have used it for walking a night at works very well. As I look at mine. The "capsule" (container the batteries go in) should go with the spring facing down and the batteries should be put in with the flat part of the battery up against the spring. I would test the batteries also, because I have gotten bad batteries. I would purchased another if i needed another one or a spare.
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My side electrodes were stuck too and would not fit into my cigarette lighter. I was angry. I then used a pair of channel locks to squeeze the side electrodes and now they are flxible and the unit works fine with my car's FM radio. If you don' have channel locks, use pliers. Squeeze the two side electrodes until they become flexible.
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Turn the top to the unlock position the battery Holder Will be right under the top batteries go in just like normal negative to the spring
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I had no problem...try rearranging the battery and wire to get the best fit...
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Hi Jay, Could you send me photos ? In fact, you should consider the pins that make contact with power of Radio and the pins for recharge. ( when you put in base to recharge) The main problem of this batteries is because it is more wide than radio support. It forces the back cover of radio, and it not ease to close when you put it in radio. You need you tape to fix it. ( the radio look likes a old radio - terrible ) Another point is check the voltagem and mainly the electronic current, that for this product is 700mAh. Please if you want you can send my a email with photos. andregamaral@bol.com.br Regards Andr
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Suggest you measure for fitment. Top, sides, depth. Make a cardboard bix of the same size or a bit larger, and see if you have clearance, including the poles area. If this is smaller than your present battery, you should be able to make it fit. If this is larger, then perhaps not.
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Thanks for posting this question. I just purchased my 1st set of AAA batteries and planned to use them with this charger. I thought they wouldn't fit, started searching online for the solution, found this. I've yet to try it out, but will this evening. Thanks!