2001 Quad Cab 4WD 4.7
The ground terminal is badly corroded and broken. Dealer says it only comes as part of the complete $700+ engine harness kit. Anyone know of any aftermarket alternatives for the ground cable? Any referrals would be appreciated.

Clint
San Jose, CA

 

if its only the terminal. then cut the end off it and put a new end on it.

 

er... do you need a cable or a terminal?

Also this is the part on your battery right?

If so.. hell no you dont need a 700$ harness.. never go to the dealership unless you have a warrenty.. they will overcharger like a ****.

You can go pretty much anywhere and find a new terminal, and you can use any type of 8 gauge wire for the ground...

if its broken i would just cut it off and strip some of the wire back and crimp on a new terminal.. most it would cost is about 10$.. THE MOST! Thats new wire and a ternimal, but im pretty sure you can find some slack in the wire and reuse it.

3$ for the terminal at walmart or you can go heavy duty and get a better one for like 5$ or so..

 

This is a definite candidate for after-market or customized solution to save yourself a boat-load of money.

But, let's get more specific. Are you talking about the ground strap between the block and chassis? If so, there are probably some after-market straps out there for your application. Here's an example of one from Summit Racing -
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...p;autoview=sku

 

dude which dealership did you take it to. stevens creek or capitol? i live in the san jose area. you can go to kragens or auto zone and buy a new cable and terminal and be done in half an hour max. just let me know if you need some help. ill send u my phone number.