Another option (originally suggested by "Quicksilver") is putting a 13.5 lb "Dynabat" lightweight battery (about $150) in stock location - save about 25-30 lbs upfront, much less hassel. I will be doing this.


1999 Amazon Green SVT Contour (#554/2760)
Stock SVT Duratec V6 with:
Intake- K&N filter/75mm MAF meter
Exhaust- MSDS Y-pipe/Bassani catback
Durability-Ford "dual mode" damper, Mobil 1/K&N oil filter
179.2 FWHP at 6900 RPM