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brianogilchrist · 02-11-2013, 12:11 AM

I'm a new 1930 Model A owner. I'm am not a skilled mechanic. When I took delivery last week the engine turned over slowly (it did start but barely). After sitting for three days the battery appeared to be dead. I tested the cells with a hydrometer and all three are in the 1275 to 1300 range. When I checked the cables the ground was loose, so I tightened it. At that point I noticed the positive terminal is connected to the starter and the negative is grounded. Is that not opposite what it should be?

Lanny · 02-11-2013, 01:06 AM

This forum is for "Questions and Suggestions" to the Editor.

Place your question in the "General Membership" forum here,
and you will get some answers....... good luck

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brianogilchrist · 02-11-2013, 08:38 AM

How do I do that? I'm new to Ford Barn too.

30A · 02-11-2013, 08:47 AM

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Welcome to the Barn. Click "Forums" in the Title Bar and then click on the "Model A" Forum and ask your question. The Model A's have a positive ground. You will find lots of knowledgeable guys here willing to help. Good luck and enjoy your new A.

02-11-2013, 12:11 AM	#1
brianogilchrist Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Palm Harbor FL Posts: 21	battery connections I'm a new 1930 Model A owner. I'm am not a skilled mechanic. When I took delivery last week the engine turned over slowly (it did start but barely). After sitting for three days the battery appeared to be dead. I tested the cells with a hydrometer and all three are in the 1275 to 1300 range. When I checked the cables the ground was loose, so I tightened it. At that point I noticed the positive terminal is connected to the starter and the negative is grounded. Is that not opposite what it should be?

02-11-2013, 01:06 AM	#2
Lanny Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mn Posts: 2,411	Re: battery connections This forum is for "Questions and Suggestions" to the Editor. Place your question in the "General Membership" forum here, and you will get some answers....... good luck . __________________ If mama ain't happy, ain't nobody happy. But if daddy ain't happy...RUN

02-11-2013, 08:38 AM	#3
brianogilchrist Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Palm Harbor FL Posts: 21	Re: battery connections How do I do that? I'm new to Ford Barn too.

02-11-2013, 08:47 AM	#4
30A Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 100	Re: battery connections Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Welcome to the Barn. Click "Forums" in the Title Bar and then click on the "Model A" Forum and ask your question. The Model A's have a positive ground. You will find lots of knowledgeable guys here willing to help. Good luck and enjoy your new A. __________________ Restoring 36 pick up