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1969 912 battery, can't find a fit
I am trying to get a nice fitting battery for the 69/912. The 22nf that is supposed to work is too tall. I would rather not but an Oddessy type battery. I have tried several that the books said were right but they aren't. The original batteries were 6.88 wide & high, 8.19 long. Everything I find is a little too tall. Any help, ideas?
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05-30-2013, 04:54 PM
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The Interstate Battery Web Site shows an Megatron 2 (Part # MT-51R) for your car:
Interstate Batteries Results Page - Automotive / Truck 1969 Porsche 912 As alternatives they suggest a PN 911 or a SP-22NF.
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I've got an Interstate in my '67. I will check the model when I get home on Monday.
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05-30-2013, 05:55 PM
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67 is different, mine is 69.
That battery is almost 9" tall. It won't fit. Box is 7" tall. I have already ordered, tried , and returned that battery. Remember orig was 6.8 x 6.8 x 8.2, and that fits snug! |
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I have a 69 912. The battery box is 9 1/4 x 8 1/8 x 7 1/4 inches high.
I got a Duralast Gold from Autozone and it was a perfect fit. Dimensions 7x7x9 1/2. Cost was $110. |
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05-30-2013, 08:38 PM
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I don't know what my problem is. Duralast Gold says its 8 3/4" high. I have a 7 1/2" battery that won't fit? This is bone stock car and no battery I have found will fit?
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05-31-2013, 09:27 AM
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I have 2X Miata batteries in my 1973 911
Available from auto parts stores and multiple sources dimensions are Length: 7 3/4in. Width: 5 1/8in. Height: 7 1/4in. 12 Volt
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Do like I did & take a tape measure with you into the store & measure the batteries on the shelf. This is what I did & got the battery with the dimensions on my previous post. The clerks don't have a clue as to what will fit your car.
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05-31-2013, 08:37 PM
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I finally found a Interstate U911 that are the original dimensions. Should be in next week.
Thanks for all of the replys. Retrotech: Classic and vintage Porsche cars, accessories and Porsche parts |
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