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AJH wrote:
In common with my ancient Ryobi 18V drill 4 of the cells are in the D
section leg that plugs in the handle and the othe two at right angles at
the bottom. Having something sticking out a bit further is no great
problem so I thought of trying 2 strings of 3 2500mA AA Nimh but cannot
find a battery holder.

Don't think a battery holder that allows the cells to be changed will work
well. For best results the cells need to have welded connections.
Re-chargeables can supply a lot more current than alkaline.

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