1996 Hyundai Sonata

Tiny
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  • 1996 HYUNDAI SONATA
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 135,000 MILES
I replaced the alternator on a 1996 Hyundai Sonado
The ground connection that connects from the alternator to car is located in a different location on the replacement alternater. Therefore the wire is too short and will not reach anywhere on the car body. Any suggestions? Is this ground really necessary?
Sunday, April 11th, 2010 AT 10:58 PM

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Tiny
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It was made there for a purpose extent it using a gurney and correct gauge wire
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Monday, April 12th, 2010 AT 12:05 AM
Tiny
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Im confused. You said extend it by using a gurney.
A gurney is a bed with wheels on it. Did you mean something else?
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Monday, April 12th, 2010 AT 12:55 AM
Tiny
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Its a clamping device used in electrical instead of soldering the wire-you insert the wires and tighten it then seal with an electrical tape. Or just plainly splice into the wire
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Monday, April 12th, 2010 AT 1:22 AM

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