OK you all, many say you CAN get a battery into that box. I have tried
everything. I CAN get to the box by turning the seat BUT it is still about 1
and 1/4 inch too narrow due to the swivel plate.

The only method I can think of is to take the plate off and cut a section
about 1 & 1/2 inches off to make the "whole box" accessible. What a hassle.

I still say putting a battery under the sink is the way to go. No cutting.
Easy to access and service. No mess, no fuss, and I can use the box for
tools and such.

What am I missing. Is the 1989 configuration different from the people who
say they can get that yellow Optima in there? If you did, send me a photo.

I will have my digital camera back from Polaroid in a week and will send
photos to anyone who is curious.

I guess we can not send photos to this list but I assume I can to each
individual.

William