DIY: Braille Battery install

[texkid]

So you bought this fancy, weight reducing, yet powerful battery and now you wonder, how do you install it? Well, if you bought the battery with the mounting kit, then you're in luck. If not, then maybe you can get an idea from my DIY.

TOOLS:
- 10 mm wrench
- 4 mm allen
- 5 mm allen
- Phillips screw driver
- measuring tape
- bottle of beer (preferably New Castle or Blue Moon)


The Prelude:

This is under the assumption that you have bought the mount kit AND should already know how to assemble it. Now...grab that 10 mm wrench and take off the battery cables and the battery tie down doo-hickey
http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/OEM-Battery.jpg

Grab the plastic battery tray and take a good look at the bottom plate
http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/OEM-BatteryMount.jpg

The holes that are identified are where the mounting screws are going to go through
http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/IdentifiedMount.jpg

The MAIN course:

There are two methods to this. If you have a good eye, you can drill the holes that correspond with the mounting points simply by looking at the bottom of the tray, as there are indention that you can use as markers.

The OTHER method involves getting your measuring tape. The FIRST hole measures at 4cm x 15cm. BUT MAKE SURE that the arrow of the battery tray is facing you as seen in the images.
http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/OEM-BatteryTray.jpg

http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/FirstLength.jpg

http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/FirstWidth.jpg

The second hole measures roughly 9cm x 7cm.
http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/SecondLength.jpg

http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/SecondWidth.jpg

Almost done:

The two holes should measure about 9.5cm from each other. You get the mounting base and two self tapping screws and attach the base to the battery tray.
http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/Bracket.jpg

http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/SecuredBracket.jpg

Place the battery in the mounting plate
http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/BatterySit.jpg

Attach the other washers and screws...
http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/TieDownPlate.jpg

Once done, place the complete battery and all onto the bottom plate. The mounting screws should align with the identified holes. Attach the cables and viola! IF you want some extra security, you COULD attach some nuts to the underside of the bottom plate to secure the battery.

http://texanurse.com/images/BrailleBattery/CompleteBattery.jpg

Once all is done, grab that bottle of beer and stare at the awe of your accomplishment. I hope this helps. I still don't have a fool-proof idea for the hood rod. But if I come up with something, y'all be the first to know.

[tk-421]

Thanks for the nice writeup/pics! :thumbsup:

[Gideon]

- bottle of beer (preferably New Castle or Blue Moon)


Awesome choices in beer!

Also, that battery is tiny. :eek:

[texkid]

Why thank-you my good man. I don't really drink much so figured that i'd drink the best whenever I do.

as far as the battery. I do like it. I still think my cold cranks are faster due to the new battery. Besides, a small battery for a small car? Brilliant! This should be the standard for all compact daily drivers.

[Malaya1221]

great job noel! wonder if the +6lbs(+500 ca) would be suffice?

[jambo101]

Great "how to" pics but i dont understand why you would go to all that trouble just to put in a different battery:confused:

[SeaYa]

Is that the B106C from NST?

[Crandall]

How much does this new battery weigh?

[Tamago]

nice writeup, very cool bracket they supply.. i simply laid mine on its side and shortened the stock "j bolts" to accept the new height :D

[NonStopTuning]

great job noel! wonder if the +6lbs(+500 ca) would be suffice?

Is that the B106C from NST?

How much does this new battery weigh?


This is the 11lb, B14115, Braille from NST! This battery is about 25lbs lighter than the OEM battery and should work for 99% of Yaris owners out there.

You may also be able to get away with the 9lb if you don't plan on doing any stereo mods, and live in a warm weather state such as CA, TX, or FL year round.

MORE INFO --> http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=13261

:burnrubber:

[texkid]

Great "how to" pics but i dont understand why you would go to all that trouble just to put in a different battery:confused:

Well, in terms for regular people like you and me. Its a mod for people that are really serious about weight reduction. The same people that put in NST pulleys to increase RPM and fuel efficiency, that install short-shifters to decrease lag time in between gears, that get rid of the spare tire and rear seat in order to reduce weight. I am sure that reducing 20lb by simply replacing a battery could have a positive effect when combine with other fuel saving techniques.

Is it for everyone? I don't know, probably not. Could you benefit from it? I believe so.

[Tamago]

50 gallons of gas, or a 9lb battery ? ;)

[YarisSedan]

I plan to do this mod but only after its time to replace my original battery. Just like how i plan to get rims after its time to replace my factory tires. I dont want to waste what is already good until its time to change. It helps justify the cost. A normal decent battery cost close to 100 so little more you get a better one.

[Tamago]

I plan to do this mod but only after its time to replace my original battery. Just like how i plan to get rims after its time to replace my factory tires. I dont want to waste what is already good until its time to change. It helps justify the cost. A normal decent battery cost close to 100 so little more you get a better one.

it's better from a weight standpoint.

[Mavix]

Great "how to" pics but i dont understand why you would go to all that trouble just to put in a different battery:confused:

"All that work"? Are you kidding? Not to take anything away from what he's done here, but he drilled 2 holes, screwed in the bracket and just reconnected the battery. That's like....As easy as it gets.

Anyway, cool writeup and good pics, nice work!

[NonStopTuning]

And the screws are even SELF TAPING screws. Can't get much easier!!!

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[whooppee777]

wow that is way smaller than i thought it would be

[firemachine69]

I just LOL every time I look at that battery! So tiny! :biggrin:

[PHXDEMON]

That battery is cute :laugh:

[yarstar]

Nice job Texkid. Thanks for all the pics too.

[texkid]

Nice job Texkid. Thanks for all the pics too. your welcome. Essentially it is a very easy install. But I am very much a visual learner and so I thought I make it as much as visual as I could possibly make.

[eTiMaGo]

That battery is cute :laugh:

the lil' battery that could :biggrin:

[NonStopTuning]

the lil' battery that could :biggrin:

Heck yeah!!!

:biggrin:

[texkid]

So anyone ordered or installed the Braille battery?

[Klink10]

So anyone ordered or installed the Braille battery?

Went another route (posted) but your thread got me started. Thanks

[pennyracer]

whats the battery specs ?

[tk-421]

whats the battery specs ?
http://www.nonstoptuning.com/BRAILLE/pBrailleBatteries.html

[pennyracer]

oh i get it go find the specs myself just thought maybe some one new them guess not i will go searching thanks for the link though

[pennyracer]

hay guys here is the info that helps a bit if your looking for more voltage this wont be the one im sure ! but you could mount this battery in the glove box it might power your mp3 player but not a very large sound system :(


B14115
11.5 Pounds
PCA 904
CCA 360
$148.00

[NonStopTuning]

hay guys here is the info that helps a bit if your looking for more voltage this wont be the one im sure ! but you could mount this battery in the glove box it might power your mp3 player but not a very large sound system :(


B14115
11.5 Pounds
PCA 904
CCA 360
$148.00

I'm not sure what you are basing your conclusions on... I would have to politely disagree with your statement.

This is in fact the battery most Yaris, Civic, Scion, AE86 Corolla, and other small 4cylinder owners use to power their cars.

This battery is MUCH lighter than the OEM battery and has as good, if not better, specs than the OEM battery.

For those looking for more power, we have other options available.

We have these specs, info, etc listed on our website...
http://www.nonstoptuning.com/BRAILLE/pBrailleBatteries.html

More info can be also be found in the following discussion thread...
http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=13281

And even more specs, data, and info can be found on Braille's own website...
www.braillebattery.com

Braille offers many many different options. All options are MUCH lighter than OEM, and we have access to the entire product line.

This thread here is a very good installation guide.

For those who have technical questions, or need more data, it may be a good idea to post such questions in the discussion thread linked above.

Good luck and have fun with all your projects everyone.

[pennyracer]

i just double checked with toyota and the stock yaris battery cold cranking amps 550 the little lighter Braille's b14115 only 360 cold cranking amps not much power but its a nice install dont get me wrong . just thaught maybe i found a smaller more powerfull battery but not the case here . if any one knows of a battery that is the same size or smaller but has much more cold cranking amps please list the info or links here

[NonStopTuning]

i just double checked with toyota and the stock yaris battery cold cranking amps 550 the little lighter Braille's b14115 only 360 cold cranking amps not much power but its a nice install dont get me wrong . just thaught maybe i found a smaller more powerfull battery but not the case here . if any one knows of a battery that is the same size or smaller but has much more cold cranking amps please list the info or links here

I've also checked with Toyota, and done quite a bit of research.

We would not recommend anything to our customers knowing that it will not work for them. As I have stated before, and as many have confirmed, the 11lb and 15lb Braille are very good options for the Yaris.

As listed on our website, and in the threads I linked above, you may want to do a bit of reading here...

http://www.hondatuningmagazine.com/tech/htup_0804_aftermarket_batteries_for_honda_relocati on/index.html

This may not be the best option for your specific needs, it may be a great option but you are not aware of it, or there may be other factors all together.

Please don't contribute to the spreading of bad information on the internet.

Thanks again, good luck and have fun with all your projects.

[pennyracer]

its not bad info its true the little battery has less power if you called toyota you know im right are you the same guy that same guy that sells the usless pully's also ? its a fact nothing else here to say since you seem to be in love with this brand of bettery and or you have personal gain either way guess thats why the specs were not listed here . im not trying to get in a pissing contest with you . but dont tell me ( Please don't contribute to the spreading of bad information on the internet.) light weight smaller batterys come at a cost of less cold cranking power (tell me im wrong) less weight does not mean anything if the car wont start !!!

Thanks again, good luck and have fun with all your projects.

[tk-421]

"Useless pulleys"? You're kidding, right?
Do you even have a set installed?

[supmet]

its not bad info its true the little battery has less power if you called toyota you know im right are you the same guy that same guy that sells the usless pully's also ? its a fact nothing else here to say since you seem to be in love with this brand of bettery and or you have personal gain either way guess thats why the specs were not listed here . im not trying to get in a pissing contest with you . but dont tell me ( Please don't contribute to the spreading of bad information on the internet.) light weight smaller batterys come at a cost of less cold cranking power (tell me im wrong) less weight does not mean anything if the car wont start !!!

Thanks again, good luck and have fun with all your projects.

You're not gonna get very far on this forum talking shit about NST pullies. I've read/seen close to 100 people on here who are VERY happy with their pullies.

I've also never heard anything but good things about the braille batteries.

[NonStopTuning]

its not bad info its true the little battery has less power if you called toyota you know im right are you the same guy that same guy that sells the usless pully's also ? its a fact nothing else here to say since you seem to be in love with this brand of bettery and or you have personal gain either way guess thats why the specs were not listed here . im not trying to get in a pissing contest with you . but dont tell me ( Please don't contribute to the spreading of bad information on the internet.) light weight smaller batterys come at a cost of less cold cranking power (tell me im wrong) less weight does not mean anything if the car wont start !!!

Thanks again, good luck and have fun with all your projects.


Yes, I am the same guy from the same company that sells the pulleys that thousands of customers have written about, 100% of them happy with their purchases...

www.YarisWorld.com
www.ScionLife.com
www.MicroImageOnline.com
www.club4ag.com
www.86garage.com
www.8thCivic.com
www.XR-Underground.com
www.houston240sx.com

etc etc etc.

You can also search those forums, and you will find that those who have purchased the batteries that we have recommended have been very happy with their purchases.

You are welcome to post with your data, or your personal experiences on NST pulleys or Braille batteries... we have the proper threads for such data. Otherwise it is your word based on no data or firsthand experiences, vs. the word and firsthand experiences of the many who have nothing but positive things to say about these products.

[pennyracer]

i never said the braille batteries were no good just lack extra power compared to the stock battery . i wont get into the pullies no need too . i have not used them nor will i . no need to keep this going yarisworld.com has a lot of good info on it and thats why im here .

[Split]

wife's yaris wouldn't start this morning and i'm hoping to replace the battery. I know this is a bit off topic, but what's the best battery i can fit in it if i'm not concerned with weight? I'm only concerned with the most cold cranking amps possible. If i recall correctly, last year i tried an optima red top and it didnt fit properly.

[Klink10]

Not to hinder a potential sale. But I would do some more research, find out who made what and wonder why I paid almost 3 times as much. My research led me to this found in my garage. Charging is a matter of flipping a garage switch and the battery has been in the car over 4 years now. Think I got free shipping also. To each his own and either way lighter is better.