Can any one help with the standard battery setup?

iDesignyou · 31, May, 2014 - 21:32:31

Hi all Sinclair C5 fans,

Today I just acquired two Sinclair C5's, one is absolutely amazing condition and all original! The other is also fantastic condiition, but needs the battery wires etc reconnecting.

Can I ask for any help out there on this subject as I know how easy these Sinclairs are to fry and I have been told it runs fine when connected so I would like to keep it that way!

I have all the original C5 power pack lid and key switch / contact cover but no battery at present.

Is it okay to install the orginal fittings with a leisure battery (51/56 Ah) or do I have to get a car battery at the correct size? If so what type?

I have included pictures for reference, please anyone that can help would be greatly appreciated.

Kind regards,

Richard

C5 ENTHUSIAST + RESTORER · 01, June, 2014 - 08:59:05

Hi there Richard if you want you can ring me ..I will leave my no on a pm ..bye Chas

iDesignyou · 01, June, 2014 - 15:47:57

Hi Chas,

I really appreciate your reply, thank you.

Do you by any chance have a Skype account as I am based in the Netherlands and Skype might be easier so you can see the parts I have.

If you have could you please PM me your details that would be great.

Kind regards,

Richard

C5 ENTHUSIAST + RESTORER · 02, June, 2014 - 08:28:31

Hi there Richard ok will try
Chas

coverman · 02, June, 2014 - 11:02:13

038 car battery and Ford Transit old type battery connectors will work.Its a very simple mechanical problem to solve, that all

iDesignyou · 02, June, 2014 - 12:10:42

Thank you Chas and Coverman I appreciate your response

iDesignyou · 07, June, 2014 - 17:41:08

Hi Chas,

Just to let you know I have added you on Skype, but you have not accepted me yet

Kind regards,

Richard

frankev · 12, June, 2014 - 15:10:13

Hi there, if you need some assistance, in Holland, I live in Zutphen, Gelderland, I have a few, different set-ups in four different C5's.
Totally original, original without Pod or controlle box but with a relais, a modified original C5 with 7 gears on the pedels and handthrottle, and at last, but not least, I have a 750 watts scootmobile version.
Feel free to ask if I can help,
And welkom to the forum.

Greetz. Frank

iDesignyou · 12, June, 2014 - 18:49:38

Hi Frankev,

I appreciate your message, it would be very useful to speak to you as you are based The Netherlands.

I have sent you a private message, speak soon.

Richard

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Can any one help with the standard battery setup?