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A guess of a 10" to 12" RED cable to go from + on the (inner fenderwell) stater solenoid to the + on the battery. And make sure you put the battery in with the + on the back side and the - in the front. And the other one is from the block gnd by the alternator (?) to the - on the battery. I would guess a 2 footer black for the neg.
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Check out https://www.ebay.com/usr/acdcwireandsupply for custom made cables.
You choose the ends.
I got a 15" for the positive with a 3/8" lug (hole) a 5/16" might be better. I paid about 13.00
For the negative 36" with a 1/2" lug. I paid about 17.00
For solenoid to starter, 36" with 5/16" lugs on both ends. I paid about 12.00
I've been really happy with them.
You choose the ends.
I got a 15" for the positive with a 3/8" lug (hole) a 5/16" might be better. I paid about 13.00
For the negative 36" with a 1/2" lug. I paid about 17.00
For solenoid to starter, 36" with 5/16" lugs on both ends. I paid about 12.00
I've been really happy with them.
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Make sure that the negative cable is attached to the engine block and you run a separate smaller one to the body.
Before you put the tube into the pan run a bead of silicone around the end f the tube or it will leak.
Before you put the tube into the pan run a bead of silicone around the end f the tube or it will leak.
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Cable minimum lengths can be determined running an old piece of small hose, rope, or cut off lead from a junk TV and cutting to length, then measure that.
My '77 oil dip stick tube goes into the side of the oil pan, it does not use a O ring, just a 3/8" tube nut tightened to seal a trapped metal swell in the tube to the oil pan's receptacle.
My '77 oil dip stick tube goes into the side of the oil pan, it does not use a O ring, just a 3/8" tube nut tightened to seal a trapped metal swell in the tube to the oil pan's receptacle.
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You are talking about the outer body tube correct? If it is not the thread in style, then yes maybe a o ring or just a flare on the end of the outer tube that is worn. I have had to use some of "The Right Stuff" RTV to make it stay in. Just a little around the outside usually works. And it is not permanent like JB weld.
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