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Old May 18, 2009 | 01:01 PM
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I am removing the interior of my 74 vette. when i pulled the carpet out the previous owner had the negative battery cable grounded to an amplifier. has anyone ever heard of this? it just doesnt seem right. what type of problems could this create? i am rerouting the cable to the frame tonight. just curious.

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Old May 18, 2009 | 02:31 PM
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problem 1 - FIRE!
problem 2 - no more problems.
run itto the spot under the battery where its meant to be.
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Old May 18, 2009 | 02:43 PM
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What was the amplifier grounded to ?
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