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Als454 · 09-19-2004, 09:48 PM

Anyone know where to get the original style grounding straps. I'm looking for the ones that go from the valve covers to the firewall.

sdmahr · 09-19-2004, 10:03 PM

I don't know for sure, but would bet the AutoZones, PepBoys, etc. would have them in those red "HELP" packages. I'm needing some as well so if you find them before I do, let me know where !

Good luck

Scott

OhioDan · 09-20-2004, 09:48 AM

I got mine at NAPA. They have different lengths. Price was reasonable also. Just my $ .02.

**GMCPaul** · 09-20-2004, 11:32 AM

We carry the ground strap kits that give you both valve cover to firewall straps, the passenger inner fender to frame strap, the frame to passenger side front cab mount strap, and the frame to rear passenger bed cross sill strap. They include all the original style fastners and star washers to install. I know I have several sets in stock as I just helped a customer at the Hoosier Swap meet install a set on his pickup to fix the electrical gremlins going on with his truck. He was one happy camper leaving with all the electrical working again.
You'll find them here on our site
http://www.gmcpauls.com/Electrical.htm
GMCPaul

Fred T · 09-20-2004, 01:53 PM

My preference is to ground differently than the factory. I'm just not fond of the way the routed things. I run a split cable off the battery, large size to the block, smaller to the frame. I then run jumpers from the frame to the sheet metal, i.e. radiator support (both sides), cab, fender liners, and bed near the back.

Clean all connections to bare metal, and assemble with di-electric grease. In aircraft structue we use a sealant that keeps out the moisture and actually works far better, but it's sloppy and expensive.

sactoC10 · 09-20-2004, 03:45 PM

I think someone told me few weeks ago that the braided lines from the firewall to the valve covers can be routed elsewhere. I was checking this out over the weekend.

Fred, can your describe in more detail what you have done with your grounding? Anyone have any pictures of these varied grounding techniques? How many grounds are necessary?

ALS454, hope these questions are helpful for you too. Not trying to steal the thread, just hoping to ride piggyback on it.

Blue68 · 09-20-2004, 06:33 PM

You should be able to find the straps at most auto parts stores.

There's very little voodoo when it comes to providing quality grounding for your truck. The main thing to remember is to remove as much interference between the components (bulb, meters, guages,etc) and the battery ground as possible. Interference in flow is created by cab mounts, engine mounts, paint and rust to name a few. You can ground your truck using straps just about any way you please so long as you provide sufficient wiring for the engine/battery connections. After that, do what Fred T suggests and keep it clean.

Take a look at http://classictrucksweb.com/tech/cl_0312_oldsc/ and see how grounding is handled when the battery is relocated rearward.

chickenwing · 09-20-2004, 08:56 PM

I managed to clean up my old ones pretty good by soaking them in Berryman's a few days.

09-19-2004, 09:48 PM	#1
Als454 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Vienna, Ohio, USA Posts: 259	Braided grounding strap? Anyone know where to get the original style grounding straps. I'm looking for the ones that go from the valve covers to the firewall. __________________ 72 Chevy A/C P/B P/S Tilt 454 Engine 400 TCI Trans C30 Frame C10 Suspension Short Wheel Base (Dually)

09-20-2004, 09:48 AM	#3
OhioDan Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: New Carlisle, Ohio,USA Posts: 1,404	I got mine at NAPA. They have different lengths. Price was reasonable also. Just my $ .02. __________________ LIFE AIN'T EASY WHEN YER FAT AND GREASY! GMC= Got More Class! 1970 GMC LWB, Fleetside, 350/4spd, Flowmaster "40's", 2002 GMC 16" Rallies, cowl hood,and added a bunch of options that weren't there when I started.

09-20-2004, 11:32 AM	#4
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,722	We carry the ground strap kits that give you both valve cover to firewall straps, the passenger inner fender to frame strap, the frame to passenger side front cab mount strap, and the frame to rear passenger bed cross sill strap. They include all the original style fastners and star washers to install. I know I have several sets in stock as I just helped a customer at the Hoosier Swap meet install a set on his pickup to fix the electrical gremlins going on with his truck. He was one happy camper leaving with all the electrical working again. You'll find them here on our site http://www.gmcpauls.com/Electrical.htm GMCPaul __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

09-20-2004, 01:53 PM	#5
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	My preference is to ground differently than the factory. I'm just not fond of the way the routed things. I run a split cable off the battery, large size to the block, smaller to the frame. I then run jumpers from the frame to the sheet metal, i.e. radiator support (both sides), cab, fender liners, and bed near the back. Clean all connections to bare metal, and assemble with di-electric grease. In aircraft structue we use a sealant that keeps out the moisture and actually works far better, but it's sloppy and expensive. __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

09-20-2004, 03:45 PM	#6
sactoC10 71 DELUX Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Northern CA / Sac Posts: 1,055	I think someone told me few weeks ago that the braided lines from the firewall to the valve covers can be routed elsewhere. I was checking this out over the weekend. Fred, can your describe in more detail what you have done with your grounding? Anyone have any pictures of these varied grounding techniques? How many grounds are necessary? ALS454, hope these questions are helpful for you too. Not trying to steal the thread, just hoping to ride piggyback on it. __________________ 5/4 drop LWB wood bed - 15x8 front 235/60 - 15x10 rear 295/50 2003 FORD Escape 1998 Honda VTR1000

09-19-2004, 10:03 PM	#2
sdmahr Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: South Texas....the Valley Posts: 199	I don't know for sure, but would bet the AutoZones, PepBoys, etc. would have them in those red "HELP" packages. I'm needing some as well so if you find them before I do, let me know where ! Good luck Scott

09-20-2004, 06:33 PM	#7
Blue68 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Frisco, Tx, USA Posts: 606	You should be able to find the straps at most auto parts stores. There's very little voodoo when it comes to providing quality grounding for your truck. The main thing to remember is to remove as much interference between the components (bulb, meters, guages,etc) and the battery ground as possible. Interference in flow is created by cab mounts, engine mounts, paint and rust to name a few. You can ground your truck using straps just about any way you please so long as you provide sufficient wiring for the engine/battery connections. After that, do what Fred T suggests and keep it clean. Take a look at http://classictrucksweb.com/tech/cl_0312_oldsc/ and see how grounding is handled when the battery is relocated rearward. __________________ http://home.comcast.net/~r.landrum/w...tos.html-.html '68 C-10 LWB, '98 Z-71 350 w/accessories (Serpentine), Edelbrock Performer, Edelbrock 1405 (600cfm) carb, GM HEI, CompCam Extreme 4x4 roller cam, Thorley Headers, Carter Electric Fuel Pump, Vintage Air, 700r4, 3.73, disc brakes and power steering upgrades.

09-20-2004, 08:56 PM	#8
chickenwing Lovin' Life in Miss.! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, Mississippi Posts: 1,937	I managed to clean up my old ones pretty good by soaking them in Berryman's a few days. __________________ The truck... you hear that? No really, you did hear that?!!!



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