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Crossed battery... Fried something?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by JJDub, Aug 15, 2016.

  1. Aug 16, 2016 at 12:34 PM
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    Wyoming09

    Wyoming09 Well-Known Member

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    If the Op really things he will get a massive shock He very well might think he is!!

    I have seen some strange things
     
  2. Aug 17, 2016 at 12:04 AM
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    DrZ

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    Yes, but the metal will get very hot, very fast, so he could have got burned.

    I once tried to jump a friend's car. He had a cover on his battery with the markings for + and - reversed. I knew something was wrong when the end of the jumper cable started glowing red after a couple seconds!
     

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