Scott Bacon here and I am a new member! And yes, I need some help!

I thought I was handy enough to replace a dead battery on my 05 GXP. It took 45 minutes just to get the dead battery out and after 2+ hours of trying, I still cannot get the new Group 85 battery into the cradle. The fit is so tight that the battery keeps bumping into the side walls.

ANY tricks or help that anybody can provide would be GREATLY appreciated!

Thanks!
Scott