Battery

[Miltk]

My stock battery from my '07 died on Sunday - replaced it with the less expensive battery from autozone - the battery appears shorter than the original causing a problem with the rods that secure the battery with the engine hood holder ... any suggestions ?

[Klink10]

Originally Posted by Miltk

My stock battery from my '07 died on Sunday - replaced it with the less expensive battery from autozone - the battery appears shorter than the original causing a problem with the rods that secure the battery with the engine hood holder ... any suggestions ?

You could go to HD or Lowes and get some threaded rod of the appropriate diameter, cut to fit, get a couple of the right size washers and nuts and make your own. What I'd do in a pinch. Don't use that piece anymore, have it in a box somewhere.

[Altitude]

Originally Posted by Miltk

My stock battery from my '07 died on Sunday - replaced it with the less expensive battery from autozone - the battery appears shorter than the original causing a problem with the rods that secure the battery with the engine hood holder ... any suggestions ?

Stick something under the battery to raise it up a bit. I put a redtop in mine and it came with a plastic spacer to raise the height.