Charging or jumping a 93
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Charging or jumping a 93
Hi Guys,
What is the best way to jump or charge a 93 battery? If I am not mistaken you can fry the computer if the battery is hooked up in the car. Is that correct? So, is it best to remove the battery or can I just unhook it and charge away.
I know this sounds like a dumb question but I am a C2 guy. I am thinking of buying this car. It is a 93 auto, anniversary edition.
Also, what is a fair price? Very good condition, 80K miles. I am thinking $8,000.
Thanks,
Larry
What is the best way to jump or charge a 93 battery? If I am not mistaken you can fry the computer if the battery is hooked up in the car. Is that correct? So, is it best to remove the battery or can I just unhook it and charge away.
I know this sounds like a dumb question but I am a C2 guy. I am thinking of buying this car. It is a 93 auto, anniversary edition.
Also, what is a fair price? Very good condition, 80K miles. I am thinking $8,000.
Thanks,
Larry
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I've jump started my '88s several times over the years with everything connected and no problems.
That price doesn't sound bad, depending soo much on overall condition.
About 3yrs ago I paid $8.2k for my 35th Anni with ~50k miles on the clock.
BTW, if being sold as a 40th Anni, be sure to verify the RPO Z25 is present.
That price doesn't sound bad, depending soo much on overall condition.
About 3yrs ago I paid $8.2k for my 35th Anni with ~50k miles on the clock.
BTW, if being sold as a 40th Anni, be sure to verify the RPO Z25 is present.
Last edited by 65Z01; Jun 7, 2014 at 03:18 PM.
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I've heard the same thing, only when jumping another car. Is it true I don't know. But whenever I have gave or needed a jump start, I make sure the ignition is in the OFF position on my Vette and the battery is hooked to mine first. Then start or try and start.
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I have heard its a bad thing to jump cars with the C4. Maybe urban legend but I personally will not take the chance. I will not jump a car with mine period. If I had a dead battery in my C4 and no chance to charge the battery out of the car, well, maybe to get me home and figure out WTF is wrong with it. Pucker factor would be high.
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From: Macedonia Ohio
I've jump started my '88s several times over the years with everything connected and no problems.
That price doesn't sound bad, depending soo much on overall condition.
About 3yrs ago I paid $8.2k for my 35th Anni with ~50k miles on the clock.
BTW, if being sold as a 40th Anni, be sure to verify the RPO Z25 is present.
That price doesn't sound bad, depending soo much on overall condition.
About 3yrs ago I paid $8.2k for my 35th Anni with ~50k miles on the clock.
BTW, if being sold as a 40th Anni, be sure to verify the RPO Z25 is present.
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It is Ruby Red with Ruby Red interior. I have known the owner since he bought the car.
Last edited by woodsdesign; Jun 8, 2014 at 10:53 AM.
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You can use jumper cables or a jumper pack to start a C4. Just hook the cable clamps to the positive battery post and a good ground for the negative cable. Using the negative battery terminal will also work. Just make sure the ignition switch is off before connecting the cables.
Once there is a good solid connection, then you can start the car. Make sure that the car providing the power is running at least at idle. Don't crank the engine for more than a few seconds at a time.
Once there is a good solid connection, then you can start the car. Make sure that the car providing the power is running at least at idle. Don't crank the engine for more than a few seconds at a time.