Let's Get Started! How to Relocate the Battery in a VW Brasilia? - Episode 1 - [4K]

Name: Let's Get Started! How to Relocate the Battery in a VW Brasilia? - Episode 1 - [4K]
Uploaded: 2021-04-01
Channel: Paulo
Description: Learn how to relocate the battery in an air-cooled VW Brasilia from the engine bay to under the rear seat. Step-by-step planning and fitting.

2021-04-01 · 15:29 · 3,516 views

Video by Paulo — Paulo's Garage.

The VW Brasilia battery relocation series begins by explaining the main concept and initial steps, kicking off an electrical modification project with plenty of custom fabrication.

Tools used

11 mm wrench (or 13 mm)
tape measure
car jack

Parts mentioned / replaced

battery (DX amps, ~18cm x 25cm x 18cm)
VW battery tray (plastic)
perforated metal strapping (plumber's tape)
EVA foam
positive cable (battery → starter motor)
negative ground strap / ground cable (grounding)
asphalt damping mat (floor pan)
rear passenger seat