In a message dated 7/23/03 1:20:18 PM, al_knoll@PACBELL.NET writes:

<< If you have a little interference problem with the posts, you could just
saw

em off and use a screw to attach a spade lug connector to the base. >>

AL,

Since you offered this suggestion, perhaps you have an idea of how deep is
too deep when drilling a perpendicular pilot hole into a battery post.  I was
tempted to do that once and while I have dissected many things just out of
curiosity, a lead-acid battery has escaped my scalpel.  So, I have no firsthand
experience regarding the unseen dimensions of a battery post.

George