Thanks for the advice guys. I was just trying to figure out if it made sense to move the battery to a more accessible location. I have to agree with the "purists" that it works fine where it is at, but God help me...I like to tinker. Always think I can do a better job then the originators. I guess it is just a state of mind and my wife is quick to remind me that my thinker is not as creative (or clear) as it used to be. As they say " Just because I'm on a diet doesn't mean I can't look at the menu".
Thanks again...The Road Gent