Nearest Fleet-farm- a long ways away.
Advance Auto or Autozone- at least 80 miles.
TSC- about 75
Orschlen's, NAPA, Carquest- 24 miles

I would like to get better (and more) cables- one from each batt to the starter, then hook the batteries together, and get better batteries as well. But money talks and bullpoo walks.

 

You have to work with what you have. I think you did a good job with what you had to work with. There is many time I have to work with what I have. Does not mattter if right or wrong as long as Iam happy with it. Not too long ago I installed a BHAF use a outdoor turkey fryer staining pot that's what I had. A lot said with all them hole you will get to much engine heat. Well I drop my EGT down 50 much better than stock air box. Iam happy with it thats what matters in life. Here is a pic of it.

 

I like the turkey fryer pot.