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3. any exposed bolt head will work for that negative cable

Mon Apr 27, 2020, 11:39 AM

Apr 2020

the little devices work good, but make sure it is fully charged (overnight at least) and make sure the headlights and a/c are off.

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Something I learned trying to jump-start my mom's car [View all] Mike 03 Apr 2020 OP

Yep, just to the body of the car...long it's metal. brush Apr 2020 #5

It can also be a problem if your car that won't start is parked in a garage The Velveteen Ocelot Apr 2020 #2

I have a battery charger for that very occasion nt Shermann Apr 2020 #8

any exposed bolt head will work for that negative cable rampartc Apr 2020 #3

You ARE a good son..I did not know there was a device as you describe.. asiliveandbreathe Apr 2020 #6

Triple A is wonderful. PoindexterOglethorpe Apr 2020 #7

You can get a cheap battery maintainer at Walmart or Harbor Freight The Figment Apr 2020 #10

Another chore that I've learned to put on my to-do list. Niagara Apr 2020 #11