what gauge wire to relocate battery?
Re: what gauge wire to relocate battery? (cehcivic15)
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since the high current draw is not constant you can get away with less than 0awg.
I've always used the idea... stripped/gutted/race_only honda - 4awg, anything more than that is 2awg or more. Everything on top of stock setup adds to the draw, so bump up a size if you have added Fogs, stereo, etc.
Be sure to upgrade the alternator and ground wires also. This will help make up for some of the loss to the battery in it's new location. (4awg works well for those)
Be sure to use high quality wire and connectors, opting for the cheaper stuff will only cause problems.
I've always used the idea... stripped/gutted/race_only honda - 4awg, anything more than that is 2awg or more. Everything on top of stock setup adds to the draw, so bump up a size if you have added Fogs, stereo, etc.
Be sure to upgrade the alternator and ground wires also. This will help make up for some of the loss to the battery in it's new location. (4awg works well for those)
Be sure to use high quality wire and connectors, opting for the cheaper stuff will only cause problems.
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