OK guys - survey time. Which is the highest quality positive battery cable. Looking for "0" or "2" gauge and it is for a '88 CV.
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Originally posted by Mainemantom View PostHere is a picture of what was used on my LTC when the alternator upgrade was done. Wire is 7mm plus casing. I think that equates to about 1 gauge wire[ATTACH=CONFIG]57336[/ATTACH]What I Own: 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis GS
What I Help Maintain: 1996 CV / 1988 CV / 1988 Tempo
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My battery is in the trunk, so i went with double ought welding cable.
I'll look tomorrow, i know it has some specs printed on the cable insulation.
Welding cable has more strands, can handle higher loads/heat, and is more flexible than battery cable. It is usually more expensive though.
You can buy plugs made of lead, and solder on your own terminals if you want..
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These guys X100 ^^. Amazing quality, any length and cable ends you want. Real high quality, high strand count(close to what welding cable has) and marine grade shrink tubing. Flexibility is great, as well as the price. In a lot of cases they beat out pre-made auto parts stores cable, even when i got it in thicker gauges.
The main problem with welding cable is the insulation on it is made of EDPM, and is not as resistant to chemicals such as hydrocarbons (in most, but not all cases).Last edited by Brown_Muscle; 12-26-2021, 09:58 AM.-Phil
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+1982 Ford LTD-S Police Car. Built 351w, Trickflow 11R 190 Heads, Holley Sniper EFI, RPM Intake+ Hyperspark dizzy, WR-AOD, Full exhaust headers to tails. 3.27 Trac-Lok Rear. Aluminum Police Driveshaft. Speedway Springs+Bilstein Shocks, Intermediate Brakes, HPP Steering Box.
+2003 Acura CL Type S 6-speed
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Originally posted by massacre View PostMy battery is in the trunk, so i went with double ought welding cable.
I'll look tomorrow, i know it has some specs printed on the cable insulation.
Welding cable has more strands, can handle higher loads/heat, and is more flexible than battery cable. It is usually more expensive though.
You can buy plugs made of lead, and solder on your own terminals if you wantWhat I Own: 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis GS
What I Help Maintain: 1996 CV / 1988 CV / 1988 Tempo
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Originally posted by Brown_Muscle View Posthttps://www.batterycablesusa.com/message.asp?msg=49
These guys X100 ^^. Amazing quality, any length and cable ends you want. Real high quality, high strand count(close to what welding cable has) and marine grade shrink tubing. Flexibility is great, as well as the price. In a lot of cases they beat out pre-made auto parts stores cable, even when i got it in thicker gauges.
The main problem with welding cable is the insulation on it is not as resistant to chemicals or high temps (in most, but not all cases).What I Own: 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis GS
What I Help Maintain: 1996 CV / 1988 CV / 1988 Tempo
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Originally posted by Brown_Muscle View Posthttps://www.batterycablesusa.com/message.asp?msg=49
These guys X100 ^^. Amazing quality, any length and cable ends you want. Real high quality, high strand count(close to what welding cable has) and marine grade shrink tubing. Flexibility is great, as well as the price. In a lot of cases they beat out pre-made auto parts stores cable, even when i got it in thicker gauges.
The main problem with welding cable is the insulation on it is made of EDPM, and is not as resistant to chemicals such as hydrocarbons (in most, but not all cases).What I Own: 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis GS
What I Help Maintain: 1996 CV / 1988 CV / 1988 Tempo
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Good to hear! I hope you find them as quality as I did, it's hard to find truly good products made in the USA nowadays-Phil
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+1982 Ford LTD-S Police Car. Built 351w, Trickflow 11R 190 Heads, Holley Sniper EFI, RPM Intake+ Hyperspark dizzy, WR-AOD, Full exhaust headers to tails. 3.27 Trac-Lok Rear. Aluminum Police Driveshaft. Speedway Springs+Bilstein Shocks, Intermediate Brakes, HPP Steering Box.
+2003 Acura CL Type S 6-speed
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Originally posted by Brown_Muscle View PostGood to hear! I hope you find them as quality as I did, it's hard to find truly good products made in the USA nowadaysWhat I Own: 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis GS
What I Help Maintain: 1996 CV / 1988 CV / 1988 Tempo
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