cable set..

[BlackHornet]

would it hurt to upgrade to 2 gauge cables with everything stock instead of going with 4 gauge. the reason im asking is because i can get 2 gauge cheaper than 4. it would be all of the battery cables and the motor cables.

[roady89]

You won't gain anything except a headache using 2 guage. The hole size on 2 guage lugs is too big and results in a sloppy connection.

[BlackHornet]

ok, ill keep that in mind. so besides the hole size on the lugs....what are other advantages of running 4 gauge over 2?

[dirtysouth]

Originally Posted by BlackHornet

ok, ill keep that in mind. so besides the hole size on the lugs....what are other advantages of running 4 gauge over 2?

Notta on stock stuff.

[GLEEMO]

When he says the hole size , it will (may not fit through) the opening in the OBC.
Get a small piece and test first.

2 Gauge is overkill unless you are getting ready to do something extreme or you already
have a supply as you stated.
Also make sure they are flexable enough to shape.

[dock98]

Originally Posted by gmorrison

Also make sure they are flexable enough to shape.

[roady89]

Originally Posted by gmorrison

When he says the hole size , it will (may not fit through) the opening in the OBC.
Get a small piece and test first.

2 Gauge is overkill unless you are getting ready to do something extreme or you already
have a supply as you stated.
Also make sure they are flexable enough to shape.

Actually I was reffering to the hole in a 2 guage lug being to big for a battery terminal or motor terminal. Its like putting a washer for a 3/4 inch bolt on a 1/4-20 bolt. You end up with part of the lug not even covered by the nut. You have a loose and sloppy fit which will hurt you in the long run. "IF" you can find 2 guage lugs with a 5/16 hole thats great but the point is 2 guage cable is not even remotely needed for a stock cart, even most others. Extreme electrics is a whole other deal.

[cheapjeep2]

Originally Posted by roady89

Actually I was reffering to the hole in a 2 guage lug being to big for a battery terminal or motor terminal. .

You guys are making this to hard, go to www.genuniedealz.com They have lugs in any size cable that you need and you can get them in the 5/16 hole. I just ordered 22 2ga 5/16 tinned lugs (golf cart sized hole), 5 different colors of 3/4" adhesive lined heat shrink as well as pre-measured solder slugs. Their prices are cheap and they have free shipping.

My 2 gauge welding wire has a rubber sheath that is not near as think as some. My friends wire is way thick. Mine will go through the OBC with a little lube.

[dock98]

Originally Posted by cheapjeep2

You guys are making this to hard, go to www.genuniedealz.com They have lugs in any size cable that you need and you can get them in the 5/16 hole. I just ordered 22 2ga 5/16 tinned lugs (golf cart sized hole), 5 different colors of 3/4" adhesive lined heat shrink as well as pre-measured solder slugs. Their prices are cheap and they have free shipping.

My 2 gauge welding wire has a rubber sheath that is not near as think as some. My friends wire is way thick. Mine will go through the OBC with a little lube.

cool.thanks for the link.

[blaynef13]

I have 2ga on mine because i got the cable for free. You can get lugs with different size holes. I have had no trouble with mine except i had to wire around instead of through my OBC when i had to replace it with a new one. Seems to work fine but i am no expert, either.

BAF