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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 08:00 AM
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In preparation of having the car corner weighted in about a month and a half, I decided to move the battery:
- In the middle of the car (x)
- Lower (y)
- More towards center of gravity (z)

Re-used the larger OEM bracket and some 8mm threads and a plate to keep it on place.
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 08:36 AM
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cool tape
Old Aug 15, 2009 | 12:00 PM
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um most stock miatas are pretty close on the F/R and corner weight seems like you are reinventing the wheel and prob wont get any good results.
Old Aug 15, 2009 | 12:28 PM
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that was dumb, it was in a good spot to offset driver weight
Old Aug 15, 2009 | 12:28 PM
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I believe the magnarator is correct, it's on the passenger side to offset the extra weight on the front right, which I always assumed was the driver. It'll be interesting to see results, looks easy enough to move back if needed.
Old Aug 15, 2009 | 02:49 PM
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I think the lower part is significant, but if you're going to the effort then order one of those 6lb batteries Keith used in the Targa build.
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