I have a stock 1985 Mustang and having some electrical issues - the temp and oil pressure gauges rise to HIGH when the lights/fog lights are on. I changed the negative cable (used a universal cable) this spring and this is when the issue started. The original one that was on the car was attached to the block on the passenger side. I wanted to change this out with a proper negative cable so I bought one made for the car but it is only 20" and is not long enough. I know that Ford does not make this replacement any longer so wondering if the 20" cable is designed to connect to somewhere other than the block. To reach the block - I will need a roughly 30" cable.
1. Should the 20" cable to connect to the started or somewhere other than the block
2. The cable I purchased looks correct since it has the secondary small cable (I think it is to connect to the TSAD
3. Should I purchase a good longer cable and connect directly to the block.
Another small issue - the bolt to connect to the block is too large for the connector (have to thread it through with a ratchet) - This is why I am thinking this cable is designed to connect to another ground area.
Can someone please offer some advice? Thank you!
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