Re: Battery cable gauge

[jeff-register]

Jeff,
The reason for the automitive type battery is for many starts. Many motors were sold without a genny so it would start the motor many times in a long weekend. The sizing can be reduced to a #8 THHN or THWN insulated wire to save weight. The THHN or THWN type wire may be a little stiff for tight bends. WELDERS cable will be the best for flex but hard to find in a #8 size. Please do not build an oversize electrical system for the little starter it turns over. Even go to a motorcycle junk yard & find a "made up" cable with ends provided all ready too.