Static Electricity Shocks
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03-29-2006, 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Streaker
I have put up with getting jolted each and every time I get out of my G and close the door. But I can't handle it any more. I don't have the problem nearly as much while getting in, but out is no fun. I fact, it HURTS.
The static electricity is driving the wife and I nuts. Years ago a static strap was available for just this problem. Now, I walk into an auto supply store and ask for one and all I get is blank stares.
I'm sure that I'm not the only one having this problem because I searched and found a thread that discussed it with out any solution before it deteriorated into lunacy.
Has anyone solved this problem? Any suggestions??
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Chuck
The static electricity is driving the wife and I nuts. Years ago a static strap was available for just this problem. Now, I walk into an auto supply store and ask for one and all I get is blank stares.
I'm sure that I'm not the only one having this problem because I searched and found a thread that discussed it with out any solution before it deteriorated into lunacy.
Has anyone solved this problem? Any suggestions??
Thanks
Chuck
I'm sure that one or more of us very intelligent folks out there has got to have a solution. Right?
OK, now put on your thinking caps and let's get this done.
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Chuck
#17
03-29-2006, 09:56 AM
Originally Posted by Streaker
I have put up with getting jolted each and every time I get out of my G and close the door. But I can't handle it any more. I don't have the problem nearly as much while getting in, but out is no fun. I fact, it HURTS.
The static electricity is driving the wife and I nuts. Years ago a static strap was available for just this problem. Now, I walk into an auto supply store and ask for one and all I get is blank stares.
I'm sure that I'm not the only one having this problem because I searched and found a thread that discussed it with out any solution before it deteriorated into lunacy.
Has anyone solved this problem? Any suggestions??
Thanks
Chuck
The static electricity is driving the wife and I nuts. Years ago a static strap was available for just this problem. Now, I walk into an auto supply store and ask for one and all I get is blank stares.
I'm sure that I'm not the only one having this problem because I searched and found a thread that discussed it with out any solution before it deteriorated into lunacy.
Has anyone solved this problem? Any suggestions??
Thanks
Chuck
#18
03-29-2006, 09:58 AM
It used to happen to me in my previous cars, and now I'm traumatized when getting out of any car. Talk about shock therapy (torture is probably a better word than therapy)! I've grown a habit of grounding myself before stepping out of the car...by grabbing a metal part of the door before I step out.
Damn! Now, how do I ground myself before grabbing the damn freezer doors at the supermarket?!?!?! Those shock the hell out of me sometimes, too!
Damn! Now, how do I ground myself before grabbing the damn freezer doors at the supermarket?!?!?! Those shock the hell out of me sometimes, too!
#19
03-29-2006, 01:00 PM
It's due to dry weather (I believe)...it won't happen in warm climates (like those of you from CA & Georgia above)...only where it is cooler & the air is different (whatever that means). The reason I say this is it only happens here in the northeast in the fall/winter time. In the spring/summer....it NEVER happens. It happens w/ my car w/ leather..but I think non-leather is worse due to the friction of when you slide out of the car (that's what charges your body up). Anyone else agree? My solution is don't leave your car.... 
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03-29-2006, 09:36 PM
Originally Posted by jimmyc13
It's due to dry weather (I believe)...it won't happen in warm climates (like those of you from CA & Georgia above)...only where it is cooler & the air is different (whatever that means). The reason I say this is it only happens here in the northeast in the fall/winter time. In the spring/summer....it NEVER happens. It happens w/ my car w/ leather..but I think non-leather is worse due to the friction of when you slide out of the car (that's what charges your body up). Anyone else agree? My solution is don't leave your car....
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yeah i get it everytime too. It's really easy to avoid though. Always touch some metal on the car and you will never get shocked. I do it every time now. When you are out of the car, just let go of the metal and you will NEVER get shocked. i usually open the door, hold the outside of the door, walk out, and let go.
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Originally Posted by Streaker
Years ago a static strap was available for just this problem. Now, I walk into an auto supply store and ask for one and all I get is blank stares.
http://members.***.net/ylosk/private...rth_ground.htm
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Originally Posted by Coreman
Is this what you're looking for?
http://members.***.net/ylosk/private...rth_ground.htm
http://members.***.net/ylosk/private...rth_ground.htm
I need some help. Were you able to go to the site? Please answer here or PM me.
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Originally Posted by Streaker
I have put up with getting jolted each and every time I get out of my G and close the door. But I can't handle it any more. I don't have the problem nearly as much while getting in, but out is no fun. I fact, it HURTS.
The static electricity is driving the wife and I nuts. Years ago a static strap was available for just this problem. Now, I walk into an auto supply store and ask for one and all I get is blank stares.
I'm sure that I'm not the only one having this problem because I searched and found a thread that discussed it with out any solution before it deteriorated into lunacy.
Has anyone solved this problem? Any suggestions??
Thanks
Chuck
The static electricity is driving the wife and I nuts. Years ago a static strap was available for just this problem. Now, I walk into an auto supply store and ask for one and all I get is blank stares.
I'm sure that I'm not the only one having this problem because I searched and found a thread that discussed it with out any solution before it deteriorated into lunacy.
Has anyone solved this problem? Any suggestions??
Thanks
Chuck
Please let me know if you are interested.
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