criley2

In the process of troubleshooting why my newly acquired M38a1 wouldn't start I noticed the ground strap from the alternator was connected to nothing. I consulted TM 9-804A (1/4 ton 4x4 m38a1) and on page 124 it shows that the strap should connect to the rear bolt of the front engine support.

I looked through the entire ORD 9 SNL G-758 (manual with parts break-down) and I couldn't find any mention of that particular ground strap. I'm not too sure what it looks like since mine is all kinds of mangled. Is this it? Cables & Straps - Braided Engine to Ground Strap 8" <br>Fits 46-71 Jeep & Willys (WFS)

An 8 inch strap just doesn't seem long enough, and does that terminal just clamp down on the engine mount bolt?

Thanks guys.

-Riley