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Old Jan 20, 2023 | 04:55 AM
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Hello forum Bros I am wanting to install heavy duty battery cables on my 2014 ultra limited need help finding them Sumax is what I was wanting but they are never in stock. Thanks for all replies
 
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Old Jan 20, 2023 | 06:55 AM
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i always make my cables from welding whip lead. they are very flexible and handles gobs of current. preferably a soldered connection, if you crimp, use a hex crimp and pack the connection with NO-OX before crimping.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2023 | 09:57 AM
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I imagine a quick call directly to Sumax would initiate an order. I replaced my 2017 Softail cables with Sumax 2 gauge and it solved my starting issues. Highly recommended.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2023 | 04:30 PM
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You might also want to consider using star washers when connecting cables. That will help to keep the connections snug. Also I always smear a little di-electric grease on the fittings to prevent oxidation.
 
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now if it is the ground, i will use a bonding strap. they come in many flavors from stainless to copper from bare to coated.

https://vantrunk.com/products/speedw...bonding-strap/
 
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