ANY IDEAS?? Quick disconnect question

[Vette1993]

Does anyone have an idea how to install a quick disconnect side post battery terminal on an '86 Vette. It's like there's no room! What am I doing wrong?

 

[Fast.asleep]

I installed mine at an angle so as not to hit the hood. Ill try to find a pic

 

[Fast.asleep]

No good pics but my install was pretty straight forward. I put it on the negative cable but I don’t think it really matters which side it gets installed on.

 

[XFIRE82]

they make 'dem things now remote controlled, click power on , click power off no one steal your car or drain the battery if not used for a long time. all kinds of 'dem on ebay : Remote Car Battery Disconnect Control Power Supply Main Switch Kill Anti-Theft 6234554961560 | eBay

 

[VikingTrad3r]

op, is this for a problem we can help u solve or is this for long term storage?

 

[Vette1993]

Tried to install it last fall before I put the car away for the winter. Just left car now with battery ground disconnected. Problem is, the clearance between the battery and the wheel tub is minimal, so how do you install this piece in a cramped spot (sidepost)and then have any room to reach in and turn the green knob to connect or disconnect the battery?

 

[Fast.asleep]

At a slight angle. The only thing I can think of is that you have an incorrect battery for the car. (I have a bit of room on the negative side)

 

[Vette1993]

I'll try again in the spring. I think I tried this position, and thought about how the hell can I get my hand in there to properly loosen or tighten the thumbwheel.

 

[Fast.asleep]

I’m not sure why you mean by “get your hand in there” I just raise the hood and turn the little black wheel with my thumb and index finger

 

[61ratvette]

I HAVE ONE OF THESE ON MY BOAT. I ONLY HAVE 1 BATTERY AND CAN TURN OFF POWER EASY . PUT IT ANYWHERE U WANT. THEY R ONLY 30.00 CANADIAN AMAZON.CA

 

[Vette1993]

Was also thinking about putting a racing "kill switch" somewhere convienient. Thanx for all the tips!