Big 3 Honda Accord 02

[XEnophontos 10+ year member]

Hey guys I have a 2002 Honda accord sedan model with the 2.3l engine. Anyways I had a couple questions on the big 3.

Where is the best place to ground the neg batt to chasis? Just in general what bolts to avoid putting it on

What is the engine block to chasis ground? Where is the best place to start said wire? This I am very confused on

Lastly, do I need to do anything special to the grounds to ensure no rust and future problems, I know I have to sand first, but do I need to silicone it or what have you?

Thanks a bunch guys!

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[keep_hope_alive Premium Member]

you can reuse the factory ground on the frame and on the transmission housing.

i'm strongly against suspension bolts or any bolt that is holding on a bracket or part. grounding bolts should perform that function only. i sand away paint/corrosion then bolt. after that i protect with silicone to prevent water ingress and the resulting rust.

 

[Imtjnotu 5,000+ posts]

I knew u would be the first person to respond hope hahaha

 

[keep_hope_alive Premium Member]

it's been a while since i've had time to be on forums. too busy doing wiring jobs. //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[XEnophontos 10+ year member]

Ok got another question, how do I protect the wire from the heat and what not, I have heard of using high temp split loom, would that be adequate? Thanks

 

[TheUnderFighter 10+ year member]

Just follow your current factory runs, and bolt on the new wiring where the old wiring is. Use ties to hold the wire in place. As long as it's not touching an exhaust manifold or something, the wire will be fine.

 

[keep_hope_alive Premium Member]

exactly, my build log (link in sig) shows examples of routing in an 01 Accord (but with a V6). i always use high temp split loom (available at any autoparts store) for all power and ground wiring in the engine bay. route with factory, secure with factory, and protect like factory.

 

[XEnophontos 10+ year member]

Hey guys update on my big 3 project just had a few questions

1) My alternator connection has a lil plastic spacer tab it looks like that might be a problem, is it ok to remove this?

2) Pic included, is this the engine to chassis ground?

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And a pic of the neg batt to chassis ground to see my work

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Thanks