NevDyson Posted September 9, 2010 Share Posted September 9, 2010 POBC what is the smallest core diameter for the starter cable I could safely get away with? I was thinking thishere (second item down). Engine being 2.0 l zetec, powervamp PVR25 battery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Soper Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 I used a Unipren 70 ( special aircraft spec cable ) on my Lotus 51 no problems front battery rear engine and no problems but it does not have cold frosty mornings or damp conditions to contend with so the answer will always use the biggest cable you can for less resistance and easier starting in adverse conditions . Battery performance is also temperture dependant as well so with thick oil and damp mornings you need evey amp for cranking Brian L7 S2 , S4 & 51 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Carmichael Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 16 will be fine as long as the wiring is reasonably direct and corrosion free. Just think about it if you are, say, cranking for 20s for oil pressure. 25mm is the next commonly used size up from 16 and covers most eventualities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete-B Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Just checked mine on the car it says 20mm Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFA Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 I've used 40mm² on my kit car, but the starter is 4.1m from the battery. Full Terms and Conditions of this post can be read here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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