Q: Fixing corroded battery clamps on a '95 Mustang GT

asked by on May 19, 2016

On my '95 Mustang GT, I've noticed that my battery clamps are corroded. Should I replace both cables and clamps? Other than getting them from a Ford dealer, where should I get the new ones from, since they are only found at Ford?

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