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Old 03-07-2019, 02:57 PM   #1
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Default 50 Car Starter Cable?

I've got my 50 running and driving well, but everything is just temporaried. Now I'm getting ready to install the inner fenders and get the wiring more permanent. The original starter cable should work for a while, it's 4 feet long. What I'm wondering is; from the solenoid on left inner fender, did that cable run around back over the bellhousing? Or drop down under the engine? I can't find a picture. Not a big deal, just wondering what's correct. Thanks!
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Old 03-07-2019, 05:08 PM   #2
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Under the engine with clips to hold it to the cross member. I can get you a pic but won’t be till Sunday.....make sure your cable is good and heavy enough.... Mark
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Old 03-07-2019, 06:40 PM   #3
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As I recall it is attached to the rear vertical wall of the front cross member above the lip with about 3 press in clips.
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Old 03-07-2019, 11:48 PM   #4
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Thanks, men! I really figured it probably went over the top. Down below is better.
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Old 03-08-2019, 01:58 PM   #5
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Got a box coming from Brillman, I'll have all new big fat wires.
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Old 03-08-2019, 08:43 PM   #6
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I highly recommend BatteryCablesUSA for cables WITH ends. I purchased a set from them and am quite impressed and the quality and reasonable price. A 1/0 4ft cable with ends is under $20.
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Old 03-11-2019, 07:30 PM   #7
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Red: That Battery Cables outfit looks like a good way to go. But also, this Brillman Company is a real class act and has everything if you like to do it yourself. Used my first ever solder pellet today, just about makes it too easy!
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