Topic: Recommends on battery leads

[eigenvector]

For a CB550K, what is the recommended way to replace the battery cables?  The originals that I have are beyond use.  The terminal ends are worn and oversized so that a good solid negative connection is no longer possible. 

Given that, I'd like to replace it, but I'm at a loss as to what to use for material.   Whether it'd be easier to send it to a specialist to build, or is this something I could do myself.  It's my understanding that terminals for wires over a certain gauge require a special tool to properly crimp.

Lastly, can you relocate where the negative lead grounds to the frame?  The current attach point is definitely in a strange location - tucked in there under the air plenum I think.

[eigenvector]

Didn't think of taking it to an auto store for the crimping.  I can do that.  Might as well do it properly, rather that resort to hammer and chisel.

[70CB750]

I made many cables using these lugs, torch and solder. Strip the end of the cable, apply flux, melt a pudle of solder inside the lug and push the cable end in it. Once it cools you have a cable that will outlive you.

Cables made like this are used for off road winching where lot of Amps moves through it.  Your local TSC should carry these lugs.

http://www.elecdirect.com/catalog/wire-lugs-splices/unplated-copper-lugs

[dave500]

slightly oversize the cable aswell while your at it,so long as it doesent interfere at the battery or solenoid ends.

[70CB750]

slightly oversize the cable aswell while your at it,so long as it doesent interfere at the battery or solenoid ends.

Ha, that´s why I started to make my own in the first place, I wanted bigger cables.

[eigenvector]

I will say that the cables aren't particularly large.

Okay, I have some options then.  Thanks all.