Cup-type battery connector - drill post?

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Edward1949
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Cup-type battery connector - drill post?

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Just bought a new battery. My Minor has the old lead "helmet" or "cup" type negative clamp. Clamp has a hole in the top for a self-tapping screw to insert into the post, as on the old battery. But the new battery post doesn't have the necessary hole. Am I OK to drill a suitable hole in the post (not going too deep, of course :o ) ?
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Re: Cup-type battery connector - drill post?

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Yes but be careful and drill the same as the old battery hole......

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Re: Cup-type battery connector - drill post?

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It will depend on whether the profile of the post is suitable for the old 'Cup'.

I found this illustration on line of the different profiles available: https://uploads.bmw2002faq.com/monthly_ ... 546480.png

All being well, drilling it to just enough depth shouldn't destroy anything within.
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Re: Cup-type battery connector - drill post?

Post by JOWETTJAVELIN »

Go a little at a time. I start drilling with the terminals fitted to ensure accuracy. Then use suitable self-tappers. These Lucas battery terminals are by far the best type made, just make sure to keep them well greased with petroleum jelly.
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Re: Cup-type battery connector - drill post?

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And don't lean on the other battery post when drilling the hole. :lol:
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