Thanks everyone for your help. I have went and used a high amp 2 conductor power cable for my VW.
However I still need to order parts. Where is the best or easiest way to order parts. I have two cosmetic parts I need to replace. The silver ring on the port side is missing in the unit I have below is the most important part and I also want to replace or cover the badly worn L logo medallion on the top of my unit.
So I want to order that ring, the diodes, and anything else useful for upgrades in the unit. I actually have one of those dual 180 watt brick and modern ZW units new in box but I really don't want to dig out all that stuff just to setup a living room loop. This VW would be perfect for my living room setup bu t I do want it upgraded so I can use it with modern stuff.
On top of that i just LOVE that the VW I have is from 1948. I was born in 1967 so this unit was just about 20 years old when I was born. its 72 years old now. I also got a really nice Santa Fe 2343/2343c/2344 F3 ABA set that actually is in surprisingly good shape, well used but still bright and fun looking. According to a website, its the set from 1950-51. The rollers on the powered unit do need replacing though.