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How to properly make a ground!!!!!
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<blockquote data-quote="qkassidyw" data-source="post: 4887205" data-attributes="member: 598965"><p>I don't know if this has been mentioned but a factory bolt is NOT a good ground. Using the bolt will add resistance to the ground possibly adding noise and will most likely not be as secure as using self tappers.</p><p></p><p>Also, you should add to the original post a "Look twice, drill once" ALWAYS, ALWAYS look under the car at where the gas tank is to determine if your screw will come near it. On many mid 90's GMS's and Lincolns the gas tank is pressed RIGHT up against the trunk/backseat area.</p><p></p><p>And, do not use just a self tapper, use a self tapper and a star washer, this will prevent it from coming loose. The method I use though is to use three self tap screws. One through the ring terminal, one on the right, and one on the left pinching the ring terminal down.</p><p></p><p>Finally, you should mention the ground should be as short as possible (18 inches at most) and matching gauge to the power wire.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="qkassidyw, post: 4887205, member: 598965"] I don't know if this has been mentioned but a factory bolt is NOT a good ground. Using the bolt will add resistance to the ground possibly adding noise and will most likely not be as secure as using self tappers. Also, you should add to the original post a "Look twice, drill once" ALWAYS, ALWAYS look under the car at where the gas tank is to determine if your screw will come near it. On many mid 90's GMS's and Lincolns the gas tank is pressed RIGHT up against the trunk/backseat area. And, do not use just a self tapper, use a self tapper and a star washer, this will prevent it from coming loose. The method I use though is to use three self tap screws. One through the ring terminal, one on the right, and one on the left pinching the ring terminal down. Finally, you should mention the ground should be as short as possible (18 inches at most) and matching gauge to the power wire. [/QUOTE]
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