Battery cable switch for 46 Ford

[46woodie]

I curently have the stock set up with braided cable for positive ground. I would like to get the shutoff switch but put it on the negative cable which go's to solenoid but everything I find is for the positive terminal which would prob be too large. I am happy with braided metal pos cable.
Can I clamp ohe of these switches tight enough on the negative terminal to have a good circuit? Any advice is appreciated,thanks

[bbrocksr]

Originally Posted by 46woodie

I curently have the stock set up with braided cable for positive ground. I would like to get the shutoff switch but put it on the negative cable which go's to solenoid but everything I find is for the positive terminal which would prob be too large. I am happy with braided metal pos cable.
Can I clamp ohe of these switches tight enough on the negative terminal to have a good circuit? Any advice is appreciated,thanks

Get a Cole Hersee disconnect switch and put it in the ground cable so you can reach it from the drivers seat. Bill

[Synchro909]

Originally Posted by bbrocksr

Get a Cole Hersee disconnect switch and put it in the ground cable so you can reach it from the drivers seat. Bill

Never heard of Cole Hersee but I agree with having the cut off switch within easy reach of the driver. If you need it in a hurry, lifting the battery cover will take too long especially since you guys would have to exit the car and dodge the steering wheel.

[Bruce of MN]

Would the V8 Forum guys have an opinion?

[Patrick L.]

Are you talking about one of those disconnects that clamps to the battery post ? If so, forget about it. [smiley face]

As mentioned, install a good high amp marine type switch within easy reach. Its best in the ground line, but, will work on either.

[jack backer]

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Can you fix the battery drain issue?

[katy]

Putting the battery disconnect in line w/the ground cable is usually considered the prudent way to do it. Some people disagree and support putting it inline w/the ungrounded cable.

[Patrick L.]

Originally Posted by jack backer

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Can you fix the battery drain issue?

Is there a draw issue ? Hmm, didn't know that. But in that case, the draw should be fixed.

[katy]

Originally Posted by Patrick L.

Are you talking about one of those disconnects that clamps to the battery post ? If so, forget about it. [smiley face]

I've read of lots of horror stories about the battery post mounted disconnects. I've used them on various vehicles over the years and never had a problem w/them.

[Patrick L.]

Originally Posted by katy

I've read of lots of horror stories about the battery post mounted disconnects. I've used them on various vehicles over the years and never had a problem w/them.

And if always used correctly could be fine forever, almost.

But they are hard to get at, I think. And I think some leave the contact loose which leads to the problems. JMHO.

[katy]

Originally Posted by Patrick L.

But they are hard to get at, I think.

Hard to get at on a Model A unless the floor boards are modified, but not so hard on a '46 Ford, just open the hood and it's right there on the RH side of the firewall.