battery bolts

[anniegreensprings]

what is the best way to remove the battery bolts from the battery cables
on a side mount battery as the head of the bolts are stripped and i really don't want to change both cable as they are tough to get at. the cables are in great shape, just the bolts are hooped.

 

[TedC]

Can you get a vise grips on the end? You can buy just the replacement bolts, so if you can get the old ones off you should be all set. I use a small tool that is designed just for these battery bolts. It prevents messing up the ends.

 

[Red Vette]

I replaced the bolts on my cables by removing them with pliers. Pretty easy to do, and replacements are available at most auto parts stores.
Barrett

 

[MusclecarJohn]

I just grab the cable with both hands and push the bolts out with my thumb,
probably not the best way, but works for me

 

[So Bay Vetter]

I just grab the cable with both hands and push the bolts out with my thumb,
probably not the best way, but works for me

Yep! good pair of mechanic"s gloves for grip and they pop right out!

 

[anniegreensprings]

what is the best way to remove the battery bolts from the battery cables
on a side mount battery as the head of the bolts are stripped and i really don't want to change both cable as they are tough to get at. the cables are in great shape, just the bolts are hooped.

thanks to all that responded to my question about the battery bolts
i use a mini puller to remove wiperblade arms and they pushed right out.