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Old 04-14-2013, 01:26 AM
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Originally Posted by caged
it's a fkn jeep, just keep the terminals clean and you'll be fine.
i guess there are electronic geeks in every aspect...

almost 30 years and i've never had vapour gas corrosion loss or eventual failure...
You've done good - I see that sort of thing all the time. Then again, most people aren't as thorough about maintenance as some of us are...

I do, however, stand by my comments on dielectric grease. It's not as bad as WD-40 for screwing up electrical connections, but it comes close (when not used properly)
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http://www.wisegeek.org/what-is-dielectric-grease.htm
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Here is pic of mine got from http://www.custombatterycables.com/


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Originally Posted by WiseGeek
Dielectric grease is a non-conductive, silicone-based grease that's designed to seal out moisture and prevent corrosion on electrical connectors. It also disrupts the flow of electrical current, which makes it good for lubricating and sealing the rubber parts of electrical connectors. It's commonly used in automotive spark plug wires, recreational and utility vehicles, and electrical systems in aircraft.
Which is what I've been saying all along. It is used to seal and to lubricate sealing elements. It is not used to directly protect metal connecting bits.
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Here is a better alternative to the std. replacement ends.
http://www.mcmaster.com/#battery-connectors/=md8j3z

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Why not just buy cables from 5-90? Check out his site with links in his post above. I do my own electrical work but I have never seen anything but praise for his product from those who have ordered from him.

For one thing, he knows exactly what electrical setup you have and the length cables you need for the various XJ model years.

I am by no means knocking the other suppliers of custom cables and I have no dog in the hunt but I would suggest you at least look at his site for comparison.

Also, in case their is any question, 5-90 is absolutely correct about the use of dielectric grease. I have gotten to the point where I just shrug when someone describes how they have slathered the stuff in, on and around every electrical connection they can find in their Jeep.
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5-90,

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