Put It To The Test: Painless Performance Battery Cables and Ground Straps

Jim Campisano
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August 29, 2017

Painless Performance is well known for complete wiring solutions. Their Trunk Mount Battery Cable system and Grounding Strap kit are the best way to make certain all vehicle systems operate correctly. For classic muscle cars with late model drivetrains, these two products help protect against errant static (or direct) current electricity that can kill highly sensitive ECMs.

Features

  • Twin 16-foot #1 cables
  • Heavy Duty terminal
  • (1) Large 1/0 Gauge Engine strap
  • (3) 10 Gauge Body Straps

Put It To The Test 1

In The Field

On our 1971 Camaro, the cables were easily fed from the trunk, through the rocker cover plates, and into the engine compartment. We had more than enough cable for the job.
On our 1971 Camaro, the cables were easily fed from the trunk, through the rocker cover plates, and into the engine compartment. We had more than enough cable for the job.
The Engine Ground strap was mounted from the bellhousing to the frame, while this body strap connects the core support to the frame. Removing the paint at the connection point is critical.
The Engine Ground strap was mounted from the bellhousing to the frame, while this body strap connects the core support to the frame. Removing the paint at the connection point is critical.

Put It To The Test 3

Terminals are already installed on the cables, eliminating the need to do it yourself as found with most custom battery cables.
Terminals are already installed on the cables, eliminating the need to do it yourself as found with most custom battery cables.

Cam Says:

These high-quality parts are easy to install in a minimal amount of time. Instructions can be found online — if you need them.

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