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Originally Posted by GH85Carrera View Post
Many fires were started in dry areas from the sparks from the metal ground straps.

The only time I get shocked is getting out of my Velour seats in the El Camino
. I learned long long ago too use the key I just pulled from the ignition to touch the door lock knob. The spark jumps from the key to the lock knob before I touch it. No more static and I feel no shock.

I have never felt a shock going to get in any vehicle.

Mix Downey softener 50/50 with water in a spray bottle and mist the seat covers a bit, no more static for a while

You can also grab a handful of Bounce dryer sheets (or similar) and wipe 'em down good with it, same effect.
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