battery To Boot Conversion is it worth it?

[Hongkongphooey]

Can't offer any advice on the positioning of the battery but I can understand the logic of better weight distribution.

Another useful tip re the battery on the GTi is to use a ratchet strap to secure it to its mounting tray in the engine bay. I had real problems securing mine as the mounting tray fixment strip just didn't do the job at all, it's now solid as a rock in there....the ratchet straps cost about £7 for 2 on FleaBay.

[andy_k]

I had an mot advisory for using those ratchet straps a few years ago - they are very prone to rotting due to the acidic nature of the electrolyte and should only be used as a temporary measure.

However, they (presumably acid proof) are now a standard fitting on some Fords inside the battery box which kind of excludes them from the MoT test as they are not visible.