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Old 07-07-2011, 09:33 PM
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positive cable for battery

My positive clamp/connection on the battery is not staying on. I went to every automotive store over here and they don't have what I need. I'm not sure if mine looks the same as everyone elses but I have like a 90 degree clamp on it. One guy told me to go to the dealership. Anyone know how or where to find the same clamp/connection?
One guy said I could "shim" but I would feel better with another connection rather than sticking small pieces of metal to it for it to stay. Thanks

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Old 07-07-2011, 09:40 PM
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I tried to copy the 1st picture from the "clean engine bay" thread but it wouldn't copy. The positive (red plastic) is similar to what I have.
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Old 07-07-2011, 10:51 PM
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Can you see why it is not staying on? The OEM clamp should be tight enough unless you have a new battery with unusual terminal specs. Take you cable off and take a close look at the clamp, something weird is going on there.
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if its coming loose then get one of these shims

http://www.autozone.com/autozone/acc...ier=257147_0_0_
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Old 07-08-2011, 06:33 AM
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Originally Posted by QT1 5MT AE
if its coming loose then get one of these shims

http://www.autozone.com/autozone/acc...ier=257147_0_0_
Yes, and these are available at pretty much any auto parts store. I had to install one of these on my negative terminal because of incorrect sizing of the battery post. Works like a charm...kind of a b1tch to get in there first, but once you do it is not moving.
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