daver clasper Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 HiCan a copper strand starter cable be used for earth, instead to the usual braided one.Cheers, Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Jones Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Sure, why not?If using for engine- chassis just make sure it's got a decent loop in it or takes a reasonably long path so it doesn't fatigue too quickly as less flexible than the braided.Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daver clasper Posted January 13, 2018 Author Share Posted January 13, 2018 Thanks NickI couldn't see why not, though bit careful of assumptions.In that case then can a length of the cheap jump lead cable be used also?.Cheers, Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Jones Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Don't see why not - so long as it's sufficiently chunky. Some cheap jump leads are a bit feeble. Also, how are you going to attach the ends? Some of the jump lead cable has multiple fine strands which is good for flexibility but makes it prone to shedding ends unless properly crimpedNick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gt6s Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 I was actually contemplating making up battery / earth leads using proper crimp battery terminals, proper braid earth, all crimped lugs using superior 25mm welding cable for Triumphs. I have the hex crimper and can get the stuff easy. Also can be made specific spec to order.Is there a market ?Laurence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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