does anyone know if you have to use an enclosed battery box with vent tube for optima batteries? since they are a sealed battery i'm thinking they are pretty safe without an enclosed box,what does the NHRA rule book say? thanks

8:1 Batteries
All batteries must be securely mounted. Batteries may not be relocated into the driver or passenger compartments. Rear firewall of .024-inch steel or .032-inch aluminum (including package tray) required when battery is relocated in trunk. In lieu of rear firewall,battery may be located in a sealed .024-inch steel,.032-inch aluminum,or NHRA-accepted poly box. If sealed box is used in lieu of rear firewall, box may not be used to secure battery and must be vented to outside of body. Relocated battery(s) must be fastened to frame or frame structure with a minimum of two 3/8-inch-diameter bolts.("j" hooks prohibited or must have open end welded shut.)Metal battery hold-down straps mandatory.Strapping tape prohibited. A maximum of two automobile batteries,or 150 pounds combined maximum weight(unless otherwise specified in Class Requirements) is permitted. Maximums may vary according to Class Requirements.

mucho obligato,RapidRobert! :D

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