2000 Ford Escort battery cables

Corrosion built up on my negative battery terminal. When I tried to remove the non lead connector from the battery post it partially cracked. NAPA said the battery cables were dealer only items. Ford wants $300 for the negative cable assembly because it is molded into the negative connector box. I know that I can cut off the battery terminal end and replace it with a replace it with a quick fitting. Does anyone know if there is a after market replacement for this unit? If so who makes it?

I know this isn't the smartest thing to do, but I'm oki like that....I would just snip the wire, grab another out of some old piece-a-junk, or buy just the plain wire, strip the ends, and clamp 'em together....I'd probably ruin somethin on my car, so if ya do it, ya can't hold me liable for anything...

I agree. You can just cut off the bad terminal, purchase a universal terminal and screw it down. It is very easy and it costs a few bucks. I did this with my escort. I wouldn't fuss about aftermarket stuff but if anyone would have one NAPA would, otherwise go to a junk yard.