Battery disconnect switch question
I have recently replaced the battery cables on my '64 with the correct spring load connectors. I have a blade type disconnect switch like the one below that I am wanting to use. My concern is the negative post on these switches taper pretty dramatically and when I place the negative cable on it I don't feel like I am getting a good, tight fit. Not flush on the sides.
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...6f6b70dc79.jpg If you are using one of these along with the original type battery cable connectors, have you had any issues with losing connection? |
I have the same disconnect and have it on the negative post as well.
No issues at all Phil |
Best on the market ,I use it for years
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I use it as well but not with the spring connectors..
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Originally Posted by 856666
(Post 1599218914)
I have the same disconnect and have it on the negative post as well.
No issues at all Phil |
Originally Posted by Frankie the Fink
(Post 1599218936)
I use it as well but not with the spring connectors..
I don't prefer the spring connectors. If I was overly concerned about judging points I might be, however. I had a problem (near engine compartment fire) with the green knob disconnects and would not go back to those, myself. |
Two things you could.do.
Although its recommended to connect the switch to the negative post you could connect the switch to the thicker positive battery post., .Use a copper plumbing pipe fitting as a sleeve over the switch post to tighten it up. Youll need to thin the gauge thickness of the fitting to fit right. |
dad and I have four of them. they all work flawless
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I like the blade disconnect, but I am struggling with the spring connectors possible working loose on the negative stud provided. The switch mounts onto the negative post fine. Thanks for the comments.
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Originally Posted by 856666
(Post 1599218914)
I have the same disconnect and have it on the negative post as well.
No issues at all Phil |
here is the one on my Chevelle with a battery topper. it fits snug on the post
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...ef0935b5ed.jpg |
I have used the green knob disconnect for years and have never had an issue
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Originally Posted by LRGO
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I have used the green knob disconnect for years and have never had an issue
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Originally Posted by Frankie the Fink
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You've been lucky - I've been through about three of them (not the cheap ones) and each one eventually resulted in a non-start condition..
Ditto. |
Nowhere Man. Thanks for the pic. A picture tells a thousand words. Very helpful.
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Originally Posted by Panama 58
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Nowhere Man. Thanks for the pic. A picture tells a thousand words. Very helpful.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...635f20e3c.jpeg |
Hey Keith, is that dust I see on top of your Dad's fender????
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It’s a black car. Your see anything on that after one minute of cleaning.
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Yes - spring connectors and no issue at all (use on two cars) both on negative battery terminal.
Phil |
Originally Posted by 856666
(Post 1599218914)
I have the same disconnect and have it on the negative post as well.
No issues at all Phil |
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