Installation Time
(approx) 1 Minute
Difficulty Level:
Simple installation for anyone.
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Battery Cover, Tar Top (53-79 Corvette C1, C2 & C3)Find parts that fit my vehicle
Item EK-25-170998-1
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Product Information
Features, Description, Reviews, Q&A, Specs & Installation
Features
- Designed to impart a correct vintage tar top appearance to modern Group 24 flat top batteries
- Fits virtually all Delco, Exide, and NAPA Group 24 flat top, maintenance-free batteries that retain original terminal spacing
- Features a molded lip that extends approximately 1/2 inch over the top of the battery for a convincing period-correct look
- Constructed from .090" temperature-resistant ABS
- Easily trimmed for optimal fit in certain applications
- Top dimensions identical to an original Group 24 battery
- Allows use of original-style hold-downs, including GM perimeter-style clamps
- Minor trimming may be required when installing on some late-model Delco Group 24 batteries; Exide and NAPA Group 24 batteries typically unaffected
- Fits 53-79 Corvette C1, C2 & C3
Description
Authentic Vintage Styling. This battery cover recreates the classic tar top look on modern Group 24 flat top batteries, enhancing the authentic restoration of vintage vehicles. It provides an accurate period-correct appearance while maintaining the functionality of modern maintenance-free batteries.
Durable Materials And Accurate Design. Crafted from .090" temperature-resistant ABS, the tar topper features a molded lip extending half an inch over the battery top for an authentic look. Its dimensions match those of original Group 24 batteries, enabling the use of the same style hold-downs and clamps as in classic applications.
Installation Made Simple. Installation requires only minor trimming in some cases, mainly on late-model Delco batteries. No drilling is necessary, making the process straightforward for restorers and enthusiasts.
Application. Fits 53-79 Corvette C1, C2 & C3.
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Installation & What's in the Box
Installation Info
What's in the Box
- (1) Battery Cover
3.0
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Will It Fit My Corvette
- Base - 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 77, 78, 79
- Indianapolis 500 Pace Car - 78
- Silver Anniversary Edition - 78
- Stingray - 75, 76
