I know this is a really old thread, but I recently discovered Photobucket killed the pictures in the first post, so I re-uploaded the pictures here for the story.
A lot of the newer members might enjoy this. Some original members might take a stroll down memory lane.
Also, since the picture of the wooden battery cover is gone in the S2G link, here is what Ira sent to Skippy. No packaging needed with wood.
And with postage due !!!