Battery Cables USA
 

I just installed a pair of 2-gauge battery cables from Battery Cables USA. They were priced fairly, built to my specs (lengths and terminal types) and shipped quickly.

Very nice plated copper terminals, which I think is the proper term.

Have to add that 2-gauge may be overkill, but my starter turns the engine over noticeably faster than with the old 4-gauge cables. You'd think the spark plugs were removed!

Re: Battery Cables USA
 

Very nice.

Re: Battery Cables USA
 

Good to Know:metal:

Re: Battery Cables USA
 

Nice!

Re: Battery Cables USA
 

following

Re: Battery Cables USA
 

That's good info, thanks! I take it from your description that there are various options for the type of terminals?

Re: Battery Cables USA
 

Yes. Four sizes of ring terminals and the standard top mount battery lugs.

Here's an an example for a pair of 2 gauge copper cables.

https://www.batterycablesusa.com/2-g...bber-with-ends

Re: Battery Cables USA
 

I would like to order some of those. What are the factory spec terminal sizes for the starter and engine bolt for the neg cable for a 67-72 truck?

Re: Battery Cables USA
 

Starter studs were probably 3/8 or 5/16. but someone here will know. Later model ACDelco starters could be 5/16 or even metric, like 8mm.

Decide where you want to put the battery ground wire before specifying a length. I like to use one of the front bolt holes on the passenger side of the timing cover -- ones that were used for front motor mounts. They are 3/8.

Also, be sure the frame and body are grounded to the block. External star washers can help make a better connection.

Finally, a little longer is always better than having tension on the cable. You will want the starter cable to be routed and clamped somewhere at least a couple inches away form exhaust components.