JumboJet wrote:
donnyb wrote:
The battery cable wiring was that stiff crap, including loose terminal lug crimps.
I just replaced my batteries (Always use sealed batteries preferably AGMs) and while I was at it I shortened those 2 gauge AWG cables. I went to the auto parts store and purchased new copper lugs. I crimped them and then filled with solder. I just didn't see the need for 30" cables where a 12" cable would work.
Those cables,like most wire terminations are custom made at Lance. With the price of copper, I can't see why they waste so much wire.
I actually saw wiring harnesses that were shipped in by vendors being unloaded when we were on a tour of the Lance factor a few years ago.
It may be cheaper to use only one length of battey cables than to try to store many sizes and possible install one that is too short in a different model camper than it is intended for.
I was surprised when we watched many various model campers going down the line at the same time. They had two types of assembly lines at the time... wood frames and aluminum frames.
(I have a feeling that a lot of components are made up in low wage countries.)
Note: You will find unused wires in your wiring harness too
