So I broke the + lead...what now?

[BigD_83]

Being the cheap (ahem, frugal) bugger that I am, does anybody have any DIY solutions for a broken battery "+" lead?

I broke the copper ring off the end, trying to bend it back in position. Soldering doesn't look like an option as the lead end makes a 90 degree bend at the wire end.

I know they are not expensive, but I JUST put in an order with Boulevard and it's already on the way.

[cowboyup3371]

Why not see what you can find at OReilly's/Autozone/whatever you have there?

At least I would think it's a good option to check them out.

[BassCliff]

Hi,

Sure, you can just buy another ring terminal and solder it on after you get the old one off. What size is that wire? 8 gauge?


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[BigD_83]

I'm not sure of the gauge as I didn't measure it, but it's heavy stuff, at least 10. I was trying to desolder it tonight with no luck. I couldn't get my portable soldering iron hot enough to melt out the original solder. A little torch could end up being be too much heat for the insulation.

As it turns out the entire "+" lead assembly is available for $9-$13. Not too much I guess, and way less hassle than tracking down a good ring terminal and making it up myself.

I have a VERY temporary wire/solder/tape solution, but I'm not so keen on the connection as I only had some 12 gauge wire on hand.

[nastyjones]

Go to a powersports store, one that sells atvs & garden equipment. A whole new cable was under $4.00

[sedelen]

Hi,

Sure, you can just buy another ring terminal and solder it on after you get the old one off. What size is that wire? 8 gauge?


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

Id go this route, but if you can't solder it and the wire is long enough just cut the old one off and crimp a new one on.