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What guage wire should I use from the battery to the starter?
kerry j camp
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On my 1929 Currenlty I have 1 Gauge .2893" Dia (Copper Stand)
This is the Cable that runs DIRECTLY From the Battery to the Starter, also the Size of My Current Ground wire, runs Directly from Battery to Chassis/ Frame.
No Issues so far...
Interesting to see what everyone else uses or recommends.
AACA - VCCA - Stovebolt - ChevyTalk
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Hi KC,
On my '30 Coupe, I'm using a "00" from battery to the starter switch and the same from battery to a bolt on the transmission securing the hand brake. For these 6 volt systems, the larger the wire size the better.
Happy Motoring,
Dan
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On my 1929 I have a "00" from battery to starter and a aprox. 1.25 inch flat braided cable to what looks to the top of the transmission.
I have not checked the voltage drop for this or these cables. While everything seems to be ok with a smaller cable if there is excessive voltage drop you will shorten the life of your starter.
To check the drop on any cable connect your volt meter to each end of the cable. You should see 0 volts at this time. Crank the vehicle and see what the voltage is at this time. A acceptable drop is form .5 to 1.0 volts.
Even if you have a nice big cable it pays to check this as corrosion or loose connecters can cause the same problem. (short starter life). The plus is it is easy to do and cost nothing with the potential of saving a starter.
I taught HD electrical (Starters, Alternators, Batteries for 16 years. You can find many problems doing voltage drops. Not just for HD circuits. Also works for electric motors and light circuits.
Not till I have done and seen it all will I go peacefully.
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On my 1931 Sedan, my positive cable from battery directly to starter post is "00" gauge; the correct color is black cotton looking fabric. The negative ground is a flat braided lead colored material that bolts directly to a ground "bolt" in the frame beside the battery box. Both of mine came from Gary Wallace - http://www.20schevyparts.com/. They are really good quality. I believe the Filling Station has them too. Also, you can get they at Y and Z listed in Bill Barker's vendor list at the top of our blog. Good luck! Bill VCCA #24444
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I have a 00 red cable to the starter motor and a 00 black cable to chassis ground.
My 32 cranks better than my 07 Avalanche.
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Thanks to everyone who replied...........K.C.
kerry j camp
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