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Branded · 11-26-2019, 03:06 PM

What battery is recommended a Group 1 or Group 2 for a 40 Sedan

Branded · 11-26-2019, 03:27 PM

Never mind , I found my answer.

philipswanson · 11-26-2019, 03:39 PM

You might want to use a 6 volt Optima in a look-a-like Ford Group 2 case.

HDowse · 11-26-2019, 07:05 PM

I also have a 1940 and always thought a Group 1 was the correct battery until I tried a Group 2 and found it was the correct fit. Same in my friend's 1937 pickup.

tubman · 11-26-2019, 07:24 PM

I always had hot start problems with a Group 1 that I never had with a Group 2 (I think it was actually a "2L"). They are quite a bit larger.

The Group 1's are for "lesser" engines such as Chevrolet and Plymouth sixes (and some tractors).

Branded · 11-26-2019, 10:03 PM

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Picking up a Groupe 2 battery from NAPA tomorrow

rockfla · 11-27-2019, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Branded

Picking up a Groupe 2 battery from NAPA tomorrow

The one we got from our local NAPA had a bad cell, I'd take a hydrometer and check it before you carry it home!!

deuce_roadster · 11-27-2019, 10:22 AM

As with anything anymore "NEW does not equal GOOD"

philipswanson · 11-27-2019, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Branded

Picking up a Groupe 2 battery from NAPA tomorrow

Napa batteries are shaky at best.

Branded · 11-27-2019, 01:05 PM

I’m ok with the NAPA batteries, last one lasted 6 years and they’re less than a $100.

11-26-2019, 03:06 PM	#1
Branded Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Yorkville Indiana Posts: 396	1940 Battery What battery is recommended a Group 1 or Group 2 for a 40 Sedan

11-26-2019, 03:27 PM	#2
Branded Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Yorkville Indiana Posts: 396	Re: 1940 Battery Never mind , I found my answer.

11-26-2019, 03:39 PM	#3
philipswanson Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Bonita, CA Posts: 1,374	Re: 1940 Battery You might want to use a 6 volt Optima in a look-a-like Ford Group 2 case.

11-26-2019, 07:05 PM	#4
HDowse Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Hancock, New Hampshire Posts: 375	Re: 1940 Battery I also have a 1940 and always thought a Group 1 was the correct battery until I tried a Group 2 and found it was the correct fit. Same in my friend's 1937 pickup.

11-26-2019, 07:24 PM	#5
tubman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Minnesota, Florida Keys Posts: 10,299	Re: 1940 Battery I always had hot start problems with a Group 1 that I never had with a Group 2 (I think it was actually a "2L"). They are quite a bit larger. The Group 1's are for "lesser" engines such as Chevrolet and Plymouth sixes (and some tractors).

11-26-2019, 10:03 PM	#6
Branded Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Yorkville Indiana Posts: 396	Re: 1940 Battery Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Picking up a Groupe 2 battery from NAPA tomorrow

11-27-2019, 10:22 AM	#8
deuce_roadster Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Shelton, WA Posts: 3,800	Re: 1940 Battery As with anything anymore "NEW does not equal GOOD"

11-27-2019, 01:05 PM	#10
Branded Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Yorkville Indiana Posts: 396	Re: 1940 Battery I’m ok with the NAPA batteries, last one lasted 6 years and they’re less than a $100.

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