March 01, 2026, 07:17 PM
Mike FrizieBattery cable
Looking for some recommendations on battery cables. What you guys like?
March 01, 2026, 07:56 PM
AlaskaracerI got mine from Amazon, full copper conductor, not plated. I have both 4ga and 1ga. I prefer the 1ga. Also got 6ga for other stuff. Big thing is not to get actual battery cable but get welding cable. Much finer stranding, can carry a bit more current for a given size than regular cable, and WAY more flexible.
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March 01, 2026, 10:40 PM
markemarkI have sbc and use 2 gauge (welding) for both the starter and alternator sharing the starter feed back to the battery. Consider purchasing a small hydraulic crimper for the one hole lugs.
March 02, 2026, 06:48 AM
Mike FrizieI see some welding cable on McMaster car, but they different classes of cable . What class of cables?
