Re: Phev Insight
I have a little experience with this sort of thing. In yachting the batteries must be secured against a 360 degree roll by insurance decree. The batteries in boats are MUCH heavier than the ones we use in our cars. I have 4 batteries in my boat that total 280 pounds.
In my boat I have them secured by 2x4s fastened to either side of the battery box. In this case, instead of depending on bolts through the bottom of the aluminum tire well, you might consider a wood brace from side to side of the well fastened thru the sides. It wouldnt have to be a 2x4 as these batteries are not that heavy. I have used a 2x4 with a coat hanger to lift the engine out of an MG, so it would be overkill in this case.
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