Caps for access holes drilled for 12v battery?

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What removable caps have been used after drilling holes for access to the 12 volt Mach-E battery? Where can they be purchased? How easy are they to remove for access to the battery terminals?
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Thanks. I’ll try that. Looks good.
I'd highly suggest a third hole/plug in between, over the HV disconnect, as well as over the 12v + and -
 

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This unit seems to be 20 amp and I thought people were recommending something more robust for updates.

glad to hear this works
For FDRS updates, yes. But for charging the 12V battery so that it can successfully get OTA updates, this is fine.
 

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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MN6GQIY?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

I got these. I did 2.5" holes. Easier to access. I did take some pliers and sorta pushed in part of this so it isn't too hard to get out. As is, they will seal just fine, but sorta hard to remove. But they are perfect if you just push in catch. They match the surface of the mach e too.

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That looks great. Can I ask...how did you go about marking those for drilling....to make sure you got it centered. Hubby and I want to do this, but are a little queasy about the drilling part. :)
 

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I used the same Heyco ones that were linked above, the work great. They even accepted a quick laser engraving (with HEAVY ventilation):

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That would be a great use of my engraver except… ??

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I used the same Heyco ones that were linked above, the work great. They even accepted a quick laser engraving (with HEAVY ventilation):

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That's just awesome!! Nice job.
 

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That looks great. Can I ask...how did you go about marking those for drilling....to make sure you got it centered. Hubby and I want to do this, but are a little queasy about the drilling part. :)
I followed this template. I printed it out and it worked great. Just make sure you print it at 100%. I did not take the cover off, I was just very careful drilling and vacuuming as I went along.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0977DCR5Z/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

For anyone who just wants easy access to the battery jump points via holes, you can find info at
https://www.macheforum.com/site/thr...point-access-battery-access.10976/post-290201

The hole covers are at The Hillman Group 58179 2-1/2-Inch Hole Nylon Knock Out Seal, Black, 2-Pack - - Amazon.com

and template for the cutouts are below.
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