Reconditioned battery box

In preparation for the welding I removed the ancillary battery from the battery box.  On inspection it looked a bit messy in the bottom of the box so decided to remove both batteries to see if there were and holes.

After clearing the mud, leaves and sticks, followed by a good wash out and wire brushing, it looked very solid.

Quick coat of Hammerite Kurust anti-rust solution and gloss black smooth-rite and it's ready to receive the batteries again.

Next job will be to fit extended grommet tubes to stop water getting in.  These will be a home made solution created from large washers and bicycle inner tube.