Grounding/Static strap can't find right length

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Nov 14, 2013 | 05:51 PM

Banage

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Grounding/Static strap can't find right length

I have a F350, and I cant find a strap I think would be long enough for my truck. Do you use the 18''? Or can you find longer

Nov 14, 2013 | 06:33 PM

HeavyAssault

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Which one are you trying to replace?? I've used replacement negative battery cables. A ground is a ground, you just need to make sure the connections are clean and secure.

Nov 14, 2013 | 07:35 PM

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They attach to the frame and drag on the ground under the truck

Nov 14, 2013 | 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Banage

They attach to the frame and drag on the ground under the truck

buy a length of 0/1 cable...strip about 4 inches of bare copper that will drag on the ground and attach the other end to the frame. Cheaper than the for sale static straps, and works just as well.

Nov 14, 2013 | 09:18 PM

Banage

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Not a bad idea. I will keep that in mind, Thank you

Nov 14, 2013 | 09:29 PM

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School buses and ambulances (IIRC) use chains. I can't remember what fuel transports use. I thought that this has become more important since tires use less carbon and more silicone (?).

I am repeating anecdotal recollections and I don't understand what "grounding" to a concrete road is really about.

Nov 14, 2013 | 10:02 PM

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I work in the fork lift industry, and electric fork lifts require static straps to avoid static discharge into components and operators. The only issues I see with using chains, is that they have a tendency to catch in drain covers....which is bad juju. A length of welding cable will give you years of happy static free living.

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Nov 15, 2013 | 06:40 AM

Banage

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braided bonding cable.

Sean

Thanks all. I think I will try this. Do you know if it will fray?

Nov 15, 2013 | 03:00 PM

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From: Spanaway

Make it a little long and tin the end. Put the excess at the top
so you can secure it. Then feed it out each time it starts to fray.
Then trim and re-tin the end.

Sean