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Join Date: Jul 2000
Location: Bend, OR USA
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Alternator Ground strap, can I re-use it?
My alternator ground strap is a bit beat up, and I'm wondering if I should re-use it or replace it??
Will it make a difference?? Do these wear out?? thanks |
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03-10-2003, 10:00 AM
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Friend of Warren
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: Lincoln, NE
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When in doubt, replace.
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03-10-2003, 10:01 AM
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Back in the saddle again
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Central TX west of Houston
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Bad grounds can cause a plethora of electrical problems. Replace it.
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03-10-2003, 10:08 AM
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Location: Finland
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Costs 3$ at local gas station (in case they have anything else than gas)
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03-10-2003, 10:09 AM
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Join Date: May 2001
Location: Peoples Republic of Long Beach, NY
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a proper sized strap is better than wire for grounds.. most marine parts suppliers have small straps.. and solder the lugs w/proper solder, or get a new dealer part.
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