Battery connections for the 009 Bosch dist.

[Bob Wood]

I am running the 12 volt gell cell Leonard recommends for the 009 dist set up on 1/2 VW on my XL. Currently I am running the standard crimp terminals for the battery connections.( The push on spade connectors). does somebody make a more substantial connector for this type of battery?  I can always safety wire them on but still afraid I will kick one and shake it loose.

I soldered on a charge lead from a battery tender to the battery terminals so I can charge when not flying.  I suppose I could use that same jack to connect to the airplane and disconnect to  to charge the battery....

What are you guys doing?

Any thoughts and options much appreciated!!

Bob Wood

[Frankh]

Hello Bob,
I've the same concern, but really hasn't been an issue....pre-flight check for solid connections.
I have a battery tender plug routed to the panel for in between flight charging.  Often thought of carrying a small battery and lead to plug into the panel if needed...just haven't scratched that itch yet!  It's amazing how much of the time in flight that I find myself eyeballing the volt meter....
Frank
LEU 55-L

[Bob Wood]

Thanks Frank,
I worry alot less now since I balanced my motor..Lots less bouncing.  I also installed a quick connect plug used in amature race cars to plug in and out batterys,  I soldered the pigtail for this plug onto my battery terminals...Worry free....

Bob