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Date:         Tue, 8 Oct 1996 15:35:26 -0700 (PDT)
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From:         Craig Standley <cstand@u.washington.edu>
Subject:      Re:  Re- Cutting out





> Disconnecting the battery while the engine is running (specifically while the
> alternator is alternatiing) is a VERY   unhealthy thing to do to your
> alternator - potentially fatal to the alternator. "Kids - Do not attempt this
> in your car "
> 
> 
>   "AARRRGGHHHH!"


Yes it is, I meant to demonstrate that the battery isn't involved in the
actual runnign of the car, not to encourage this behaviour.


Craig


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Craig Standley				cstand@u.washington.edu
University of Washington                http://weber.u.washington.edu/~cstand 
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