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If the battery is in the stock location, you will have a threaded hoile in a convenient piece of chassis near the battery. This hole is for the end of the ground strap from the "-" post of the battery. I happen to prefer the heavy braided ground strap but some would rather have the black insulated cable (I dunno why).
You will also need to connect the engine to the chassis with a similar item.
I like to use a short piece of braided ground cable (the heavy version, not the toy-like thin stuff) that has holes for bolts on either end. I put one end under each nut of one motor mount (bridging the mounting rubber). Scrape off the paint first and slather with petroleum jelly before assembly.
Ditto (scrape and slather) for all connections. A battery mat under the battery will help reduce corrosion of the battery box and the little terminal donuts will reduce sulfate buildup on the terminals of the battery.
Don't cheap-out and get the clamp-on ends as they are a corrosion trap (the ends that clamp onto the cable). Instead, get tehm pre-made in the proper length or invest in a special crimper or torch for doing your own.
These cables and straps are available at nearly any decent parts store. NAPA is my favorite for this kinda stuff. Farm supply stores are also good but often have a lesser selection.
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Mike!
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