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Old Feb 25, 2009 | 06:19 PM
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Hi guys I just bought a Red Top Optima for my 05 Mustang but I think it may be too tall? anyone have this problem?
Old Feb 25, 2009 | 07:41 PM
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When I bought mine it fit alright

It's definitely taller, but the strap still works on mine.
Old Feb 25, 2009 | 07:45 PM
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what model did you buy?
Old Feb 25, 2009 | 08:13 PM
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The "35" Red Top Any problems with the hood closing?
Old Feb 25, 2009 | 08:29 PM
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my buddy bought one not sure which one but it hit the hood...you could tell if u looked closely when the hood was closed
Old Feb 25, 2009 | 10:50 PM
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I remember doing a lot of research before buying my batt.I have a 34/78, but the 35 fits also. With mine, I think it is touch the hood a little, but not much.
Old Feb 26, 2009 | 02:46 AM
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If there is a blanket on the bottom remove it and with the stock hood it should fit.....have you tried closing the hood slowly and checking to see if it rubs? Let us know Mike- Jason
Old Feb 26, 2009 | 11:28 AM
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yea mine is really close, never mind mine is the yellow top...LOL
Old Feb 27, 2009 | 09:09 PM
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Im about to buy a red top too..did you solve the fitment issue?

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Old Feb 28, 2009 | 01:14 AM
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No I get it in the morning it had to be ordered...i have been hearing so many different things...it fits,hood hits,hood barely touches,have to modify tray, etc. just wish more people who had them would chime in...i know the yellow top fits fine i know someone with that one. help guys...........



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