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TaurusThug
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JAN 19, 05:23 PM
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smokinjoefission
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JAN 19, 05:39 PM
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From what I've been able to determine from my 86 SE, the engine cradle is a pretty good insulator from the remainder of the car. I'd imagine over time that the bolts holding the cradle to the frame of the car become quite corroded over time, increasing elecrical resistance. Bearing in mind that the alternator is the main supply of power for the car, and being mounted to the engine, it would seem that over time more resistance would be created if the existing ground points are compromised or missing. The problems that I experienced with my electricals in the cabin would seem to confirm this, as they would be most affected by a bad ground to the engine. Just my $0.02 worth. ------------------
Smokin Joe Fission
1986 Fiero SE 2.8
Perhaps I shouldn't have taken on a Fiero that the original owner said he liked to work on, especially after it spent some time 'submerged'. At least the car was free.
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GTDude
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JAN 19, 06:33 PM
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GREAT $RICH$..........something we all sometimes forget about is the basics. Where the grounds are located is not as important as that they are clean, corrosion free and of proper gauge wire. In my opinion, battey cable wire is not over doing it. Especially on a Fiero. Thanks $RICH$
Phil
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87 FIERO GT 2.8 5spd
If you found my advice helpful, please take the time to give me a positive rating. Thanks
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jron
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JAN 19, 06:52 PM
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Glad to see that your ground helped you. It seems that this is one of the bigest problems we have with " OLD CARS". New ones too... I say you can never trust your grounds. They have been a big pain in the a$$ for me. I have added extra ones on the TPI swap,not taking any chances. A+ for you.
Jim
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ohio86se
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JAN 19, 08:27 PM
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good post
a good ground is very important. In the days of ignition points if you had a bad ground your ponts could burn up on a regular basis. this could be a cause the ignition modules going bad.....just a guess. i wonder if a weak ground could case our windows to slow...ummmmmm
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Jake_Dragon
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JAN 19, 08:35 PM
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Looks like your trying to ground the mounting bracket. I ran mine to a bolt on the head.
Try to keep it short as posible.
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rmphoto
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JAN 19, 09:40 PM
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ok i moved it off the bracket and onto the bolt that holds that bracket in place. this is the right spot and yes i did notice a difference in idling, and brighter lights..
cool, and cheap
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$Rich$
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JAN 19, 09:46 PM
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wow this thread is back from the dead, im glad too see that my info is helpfull 
ill go out now, and tra and snap a pic for ya'll, its dark outside but ill see how it turns out, ill post the pic in the first post on this topic------------------
Rich AIM: ONE FAST 2M8
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$Rich$
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JAN 19, 09:59 PM
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OK i posted it in the top too but here it is again
Geez,... its cold as hell outside and Dark as hell too, the things i do to be helpfull
so why do i have the little red showing in my bar;?)
edit: also be sure to scuff up the contact points for better grounding abilitys
.jpg) [This message has been edited by $Rich$ (edited 01-19-2004).]
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C DuBBz87GT
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JAN 20, 12:18 AM
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COLD????? LOL i just got done installing my new carpet in a +2 degree's outside TEMP. of course when i got my car i didnt put into acount that it would be cold outside, oh well live and learn I have a question though, is it better to have many straps on the car? or just one really good strap? because i am wondering if by adding more straps, it would almost create more resistance. Just my opinion, i will admit though, i did do this little mod and it did help!
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Cameron Hoag ~*I want more than this world has to offer.
AIM: CDubbZ111
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