I have a d16 running non vtec with a cable clutch, when I go over a bump the rpm gauge drops and the temp gauge rises and the clutch disengages and even tho im in gear the car wont go unless I turn it off pop the hood and fumble with the negative cord on the battery. But I already tightened all the connecters to the battery as far as they will go and it still happens.. Anyone got any suggestions to fix the issue??

 

Sounds like you got more issues then loose battery termanals. But you can get ne termanals from a parts store to fix that problem of your old ones being loose

 

Well I thought that and at night when im driving and go over a bump the headlights and instrument flicker off then back on, it didnt start til we put the battery into the bottom of the engine bay... Its just temparary til my battery tray comes in..

 

Any ideas anyone?

 

Sounds like you messed up a connection to a ground or the possitive when you moved the battery. Replace the ground and positive cables with NEW ones and then go from there. you can buy new cables at any parts store.

 

you might need another ground to