This is a reasonable copy of the battery carrier that was fitted to OHV and Side-Valve rigid and plunger framed models, that fitted the PU7D size rectangular style upright 6v battery (of type originally supplied by Lucas or Exide) - as was regularly fitted to Norton models from late 1930's to the mid 1950's (and particularly the WD16H miltary model, from which I suspect this carrier has been copied).
These battery carriers are manufactured by one of our offshore suppliers and although they are a reasonable copy of the original item. However we notice that the hinge on these carriers as manufactured look as if they are riveted.
Because that does not seem to look that pretty - we also supply a long 'Allen' Head bolt and nyloc nut with every battery carrier - which we would expect in use would look better and a more robust solution. Then you can decide yourself if you wish to use them as manufactured - or fit the bolt yourself at a later stage
Note - if you see similar battery carriers being sold elsewhere - they are not likely to have the same long steel hinge bolt/nut as we have supplied here!.
Price is each. Battery carrier consists of fabricated carrier, with hinged front and a nicely formed top threadedbar (nickel plated) with nicely made period acorn nuts - as per main photo. They come with the the main frame painted - but as with many offshore items, this is not likely to be a concours professional finish - and might benefit from additional painting before fitting
Battery Fitting As can be seen in the accompanying photographs - we can also supply a reproduction PU7D Lucas battery box (genuine Lucas item), of the correct type originally fitted to this carrier type - Our catalog item no 0577. This battery carrier is a nice quality modern shell, which can then be fitted inside with either with a normal modern wet or dry gell battery to maintain the look of originality. We also sell the original rubber tray often fitted under this type of battery (Item 0435), to help protect the battery from vibration.
This listing is for battery carrier only, item 0577 and Item 0435 sold seperately
Norton models fitted: First of all - although these look visibly similar to the SOHC version of the same battery carrier - they are not SOHC items, they are for OHV and SV models only (the SOHC version has a slightly longer bottom bracket, as the International model had an oil tank that extended past the saddle down tube - so the fabrication extended further outwards to avoid fouling the oil tank), but it should fit most mid 1930's - mid 1950's OHV/SV models. (i.e. pre-swinging arm or Featherbed models).
Update 2024: If customers are interested - we are considering having a small batch of laser cut extensions manufactured for these battery carriers - that would fit to the bottom foot of the current carrier - and allow them to extend out sideways approximately an inch - and mean they could be used as on rigid and plunger International (SOHC) models fitted with 'half wrapround' tanks. Email us at sales@racingivncent.co.uk if interested