Just clamps or entire cable?

I need to replace my battery clamps soon. Should I replace the clamps only? Or should I get entire cable with clamp? Thanks!

 

I assume by clamps you mean the harness battery terminals. I would just replace the ends, don't know how bad the tacoma harness is but its usually no small task to replace a entire wiring harness.
You can get cheap battery terminals at any parts store or get nice fancy ones online.

 

Reusing cables shouldn’t be an issue if they’re in good condition. Acid hasn’t wicked up and under the insulation, not cracked or chafed or super hard, no receding insulation, and not too short to cut the existing terminals off and still have room to crimp on new ones.

Use good quality terminals, not the cheapest ones you can find. I like the crimp on type but I’ve seen some good ones that don’t need a hammer crimp tool.

While you have the battery disconnected you can take the opportunity to do some tests. Check ground continuity from the ground terminals to multiple places. Check coolant for electrolysis. Of course you need a multimeter and google capabilities.

 

Replace the terminals. Easy and cheap. Don’t bother with the cable unless you know you have damage or known tear in the insulation.

 

Something else I like to do is clean ALL the acid off everything. Brush the posts and new terminals with a battery brush. Spray battery protector on the terminals and posts when all done.

 

Thanks for the wisdom!

 

A little terminal spray every oil change will keep things looking nice.