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Old Feb 23, 2005 | 12:55 PM
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Does anyone know the length of the positive battery cable on a '97 vette?. The dealer gave me a price of 350.00 to change it out. I think he had a screw loose. Is this a job that I can do myself? Any help would be appreciated.
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Old Feb 23, 2005 | 06:45 PM
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Thanks for the spelling lesson, now can you tell me the LENGTH of the cable?
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I don't know the length, but the factory cable is expensive too. Why don't you make your own cable? Surely it'll cost less, and it'll be the right length. You can get all the parts you need from Waytek...and yes, I spelled Waytek correctly.
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I don't know the length, but the factory cable is expensive too. Why don't you make your own cable? Surely it'll cost less, and it'll be the right length. You can get all the parts you need from Waytek...and yes, I spelled Waytek correctly.

Make it yourself and save $300. Some of these parts, let's say almost all have rediculous prices. The spelling lesson was funny, although I don't think it was appreciated.

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Go back to your class.
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Old Feb 24, 2005 | 09:40 AM
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It must be a PITA to install because I was quoted $65 for the cable itself from a supporting vendor. Vette Drs. told me it takes awhile to do.
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