Miata Mailing List: November 1997, Message #219
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From: 	dlralt@gj.net

Subject: Re: Jump-starting a Miata

Date: 	Sun, 2 Nov 1997 22:24:18 +0000



Lance Schall wrote:

> 

> Jump starting is an operation performed with jumper cables.  Starting a car

> by moving it instead of using the starter motor is usually called a Push Start.

> 

> As a special note: For stubborn cases (flooded, cold weather, diesel, etc)

> the best idea is to Tow Start with a suitable tow strap.  This avoid the

> ridiculus exercise of trying to match bumper heights and not damage your car

> etc.

> 

> Lance

> Boulder

This also allows you to get up the speed necessary to thoroughly bend

the rods if you should be *really* flooded.....



bill

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