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Old Feb 24, 2006 | 12:41 PM
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Unhappy Static shock!

I have a 1998 F150, 4.6L 4X4, I’ve noticed recently that when I get out I get a poke when closing the door. It never did before and don’t know why it’s doing it now. Any one has an answer or solution on how to fix it. Thanks!
 
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Old Feb 24, 2006 | 01:04 PM
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It's probably those polyester pants you're wearing....

Have you had new tires installed since last year? Some tires are bad at conducting static to ground.

You can try spraying the seats with Static Guard, that usually helps.

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Old Feb 24, 2006 | 05:27 PM
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Static Guard seams to work but I usually just get a couple of dryer sheets and wipe them all over the carpet and seats (cloth). It seems to last a while, how long is hard to say since our weather changes so frequently.
 
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Old Feb 24, 2006 | 06:24 PM
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Dont feel bad HORN...your not the only one, Ive noticed that frequently on my truck also, 02 FX4.
 
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Old Feb 24, 2006 | 06:36 PM
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The dry winter air helps cause this too. My truck doesn't do it, but my Windstar does. I guess I shouldn't drag my butt across the seat when getting out
 
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Old Feb 26, 2006 | 09:28 AM
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Thanks for the advise! I give it a try!
 
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Old Feb 26, 2006 | 11:20 AM
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It is the winter. I'm getting it from every vehicle I have that isn't leather or vinyl
 
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