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 Posted: 02-01-2007 11:26 pm
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Ron Earp



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 I've done a bunch like this. Most times I just buy the 00 cable I need at Advance Auto and do it myself. I like to sheath the cable in one of those plastic wire tubes for a little additional insulation. Cover the terminals, etc, use common sense, and you'll have zero problems.

I tend to use 1 wire alternators and simply connect the alternator to the starter terminal lug where the battery cable goes. Feed from there, you'll have no charging issues either and it cuts down on the number of wires needed.

I wouldn't mind freeing up a little space in the engine bay myself but I've got to retain the battery in the stock location per race class rules.

A Miata battery would be a good choice for you. Light, powerful, and not too expensive. Incidentally, Miatas also have them mounted in the trunk, passenger side.

Ron

Last edited on 02-01-2007 11:28 pm by Ron Earp