Stretched the battery cable? No way! Unless Kryptonite makes you uncomfortable.

The connectors on the end (depending upon how they are made) may be loose, or crappy.
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BroncoJoe19
2006 Alt Fuel Jeep (electric)
'98 windstar 3.8L
'99 Crown Vic 4.6L
'90 Full Size Bronco 5.0L
I'm not a professional mechanic, take my suggestions with a grain of salt, or a cup of coffee
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