Now that it's done...

[wwest]

Is there an easier method..?

'88 Carrera

Had to remove the front condenser blower to install a new battery.

Hours and lots of axle grease to get the blower inlet to slide back through the rubber grommet.

[javadog]

It's not easy to change a battery in one of these cars, if you have the longer, 88 AH version. But, it can be done without removing the condenser fan. I can't explain how, other than to say you have to hold it at a certain angle. It helps to have more than one person.

Frankly, these cars are fine with the shorter 66AH battery and it is easier to replace.

JR

[hcoles]

I made a sled and installed on Optima Redtop with plenty of room.
Might be the wrong thread to ask on....
Does a standard battery give off corrosive gas? Does an Optima give off less or not any corrosive gas?