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Snow bear battery hookup problems

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hello i bought a used snow bear plow locally to clear my drive way... the connectors that connect to my battery will not fit.. the hole is to small for the big side post bolt.. i cannot find any connectors... how did any one hook one up or something similar like a winch on our side post batteries?? thanks
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New terminal ends for your cables? They make longer bolts and bolts with studs for the battery terminals. I would suggest a new battery with dual posts. I connect the stock cables to the side and the accessories to the top posts.
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HenryJ wrote:I would suggest a new battery with dual posts. I connect the stock cables to the side and the accessories to the top posts.
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okay what is a good battery that has both top and side connections? i need to replace a connector on wire from the winch not the trucks cable... the one that was on there looks like one of those connectors you hook up an amp with.... Thanks
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Check out the battery thread. I am running the AGM Deka Intimidator. Word is that Sears Diehard Platinum is a good choice too. Those are what I would be looking for today.

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Horsehammerr wrote:Interstate
I didn't see a smiley so I don't think you were kidding.
Interstate does not offer an AGM battery. They are all flooded cell design. AGM has advantages explained in the battery thread.

While the Interstate battery does OK , electrically, the case is a problem. They do not leak as bad as the Les Schwab batteries, but come a very close second.
I would and do avoid Interstate batteries, NAPA, and Les Schwab. All of what those have to offer have problems.

If a single post flooded cell is what you want, right now the best bang for the buck is the Walmart Maxx. My second choice would be a 7yr Delco.

I suggest looking for AGM.

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Just drill the connector wire holes out a bit or replace with bigger connectors.....Or get the new bolts that HJ described with the one screw end that holds the regular cables to the battery & have an additional ternial on the end to add accesories. Replacing the battery-->~$80, Replacing the connectors or terminal bolts--->$5. Your call. I this exact set up running my electronic brake & connector for a removable winch. :wink:
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I just poped the stock battery bolts out of the lead wires. Then replaced them with extended ones that are threaded at both ends. $3 at AutoZone.
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My Interstate has top pole and side screw mounts. It has been in my truck for 75000 miles and 3 years of flawless operation. No leaks no problems. :D 8)
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