12Volt Mod/Battery Relocation...Is this SAFE?????

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Yes, I am the one who posted the Walbro /12Volt article with lots of pictures. I has just pulled that tank back out of that car, and installed it into my new 92, that came with a battery relocation that resides right over the access panel. I stated in my old thread that I was no wiring genius.

I went ahead and installed it like it was, with the wiring coming from under the battery tray. There is about a finger tip sized gap where the tray doesn't quite cover the entire hole. In my uneducated mind, I feel like it is safe, because the wiring is more free than it was with the access cover screwed down over it. But the battery makes me nervous enough to show pictures. The lower tray is metal, and covered with (looks like) rubber. Above that is a thick bucket that holds the battery. There are threaded hold downs and a strap, so the battery should be pretty secure. The picture shows all of the wiring to the relay except for the power from the battery. It will be installed with a fuse when the battery goes in. I also plan to have custom carpet made to follow where the trunk board is cut out.

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nosechunks;1371816 said:
Not sure what the question is? Having the battery so close to the tank? Running fuel pump power directly from B+ terminal?

The question is concerning running the wiring so close to the battery, through a hole which could cut the wiring during an accident. I am planning on running a wire from battery positive to the relay.

mickgarvey;1371852 said:
im guessing youll be running a completely sealed battery?

I will be using an Optima Red Top
 

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Hmm im no expert but Im sure if the proper wiring is used it should be fine people relocate them back in the trunk all the time) but if you are worried about getting smacked in the head by a battery I would maybe find a bar to bolt in and hold it down or something.
 

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My fear comes from cutting wires that are coming from a relay that is powered by a wire that won't be getting cut while running over the top of it all to the relay. couple that with a gas tank that is being crushed, and could spew fuel if the seal is broken where the fuel pump hanger is.

The tray is bolted down, as is the battery with a bar and a strap inside the bucket. Barring a violent accident, the battery will not be moving. I have just posted too many times something electrical, only to be told how dangerous it is. This time I decided to get opinions prior to finishing out the project.