Remote solenoid install

[Monk]

So I'm re locating the battery to the trunk
in the '55 Chevy.
Got me some 2/0 cable and am routing it
through inside of car towards front.

Question....remote solenoid
Anything I should consider when wiring it up and
place to install it?

[SuperBuickGuy]

Re: Remote solenoid install

Keep it away from high heat, things that can short the contacts, and water. I'm a big believer in running the cable through the inside of the car, but it's also wise to have a high amp, resetable fuse at the battery in case something grounds the line.... also watch the hole through the firewall - use rubber grommets. Last, the ground is as important as the power - I've had more trouble with my ground getting funky then problems with the positive side.

[TC]

Re: Remote solenoid install

I always use the body of the car as my ground. Just make sure to use grounding straps from the frame to the motor.

[Monk]

Re: Remote solenoid install

Thanks for the heads up.
I plan to run a good ground wire from bellhousing
to frame

I guess that Ford part won't interfere with perfromance
;D

[CTX-SLPR]

Re: Remote solenoid install

Don't you already have a 9in FORD in there?

[Monk]

Re: Remote solenoid install

Don't you already have a 9in FORD in there?

Damn.....that's right

Hell, might as well put a Motorcraft
battery in it
;D

[SpiderGearsMan]

Re: Remote solenoid install

don't forget the shutoff switch

[urwurznitmahre]

Re: Remote solenoid install

thought running through the car was a no no, per all racetrack governing rule books..

haven't seen a rule book in a few years.. but I think thats the reason i ran mine under the f body