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Old Jan 10, 2009 | 09:42 AM
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Default Re: Negative or positive ground?

Originally Posted by Bill123
I didn't find anything in a search. Can anyone tell me if our crossfires are positive or negative grounds for the electrical system? I assumed negative but I couldn't find a specific answer... Anyone know?

prior to '55 many car makers were positive ground. Studebaker, Nash Rambler and I think even Ford in the 30's. My memory is fooggy about who, but I clearly recall the fun when junping those old cars in cold weather.

my 37 "N" tractor is positive ground. Drives me nuts every time I take out or put in the battery.

A quick way to find out is to pick a terminal and take off the cable. If your wrench doesn't weld itself to the car's frame, then that terminal is the ground side.





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