I changed the cables on one of my Vans using welding 0 cable.
.73 per foot plus the ends.
It's copper, and plenty of wire in the cable to handle the volts / amps.
I bought it a local farm supply store.
The local automotive parts house will charge much more, and the welding
cable is a smaller braids of wire, making it flexable and easier to use.

I soldered the starter end on, the battery end is a crimp on.
Good Evening,

Fred

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 Subject: whats the quick fix for the starter cable?

What's the quick fix for the starter cable? The cable (the thick one
that goes to the battery) tore at the ferrule- right below the crimp
where apparently it was a tiny bit short and had some strain on it.
Short of replacing the entire cable -I am opened to suggestions for an
effective repair.