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My random question:
I bought a portable jump starter for my car and I’ve watched several videos on how to use one. However, I’ve seen two different ways to use the jumpstarter, I’m just not sure which is the correct way. Version 1: hook positive cable to positive on battery and negative cable to negative on battery. Version 2: hook positive cable to positive on battery and negative cable to a grounded piece of metal, like a lugnut.
So which is the correct way? When I got my car jumped a few days ago the guy used version 1. Does it even matter?
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I've always used method #1, which was the way my dad taught me. I've only seen tow truck guys do it that way, too. Since it seems to work and I haven't died yet, I'll probably keep doing it that way.
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The reason either works is that the negative node is typically grounded, so it doesn't make a difference as long as you follow the correct sequence: red dead, red live, black live, black dead (chassis or negative pole). Reverse that to disconnect. With a jump starter like yours, it's just red live, black live, turn on the jump starter, give it a crank. I had to do a lot of this recently when an old battery went out on me.
The reason they say not to connect to the negative pole and instead to a grounded part of the car is that there is an infinitesimal chance that a spark could blow you up and/or start a fire on the very slim chance that the battery is emitting hydrogen gas. I think this risk is probably even less likely with modern batteries, but I suppose if there is still a risk at all the safe play is to keep that negative cable farther away from the positive cable and the battery.
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@gaseousclay going to confirm what mclaincausey said because because if a lead acid battery is either old or has been overcharged it can produce H2S Hydrogen Sulfide. This compounded with the fact that most batteries that need jumpstarted need to be jumped in the winter (when the air is is very dry) can lead to creating an ignition source by static discharge and the battery venting. If you have ever noticed a white crust around a battery terminal some acid has already vented from the battery.
Trust me it won't hurt to find an unpainted piece of metal on the car frame and try it that way first.
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Thanks, guys. To be safe, I think i'll go with version 2 and hook the negative cable to a grounded part of the car.
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Anyone owning a Simmonsbilt jacket with a Riri size 8: what side is the zipper pull on (while you are wearing it looking down at it)? On the right (typical USA) or on the left (like iron heart stuff, seems backwards)…
Also is there really any reason to go with a 2 way zipper on there? Any insight you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
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Sell my IH 9526J modified type III to buy a IH2526J modified? I think I might get more wear out of it, but a black type III feels like a standard must have…what to do?
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Sell my IH 9526J modified type III to buy a IH2526J modified? I think I might get more wear out of it, but a black type III feels like a standard must have…what to do?
In my opinion brown duck goes with everything. Superblack denim does not. So you need both in your wardrobe [emoji851][emoji23]
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@neph93 you've given me the answer I need buddy! Sell the black and buy the duck.. I wear my 526 and 71 on constant rotation because I love them both. I end up forcing myself to where my 9526. Watch out eBay here I come…again.
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@Filthy:
Anyone owning a Simmonsbilt jacket with a Riri size 8: what side is the zipper pull on (while you are wearing it looking down at it)? On the right (typical USA) or on the left (like iron heart stuff, seems backwards)…
Also is there really any reason to go with a 2 way zipper on there? Any insight you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
I don't own a Simmons Bilt jacket (yet!) but I hope it's alright if I share my thoughts or observations with you. According to the photos I've checked out of the Simmons Bilt jackets that are currently on sale on eBay or generally available on the internet, the Riri zipper pull should be on the left side if you look down at it. Worst case you might ask for it to be on whichever side you prefer - after all you'd be paying a good amount of money for a great jacket and you should be able to get whichever detail you want/ is possible.
Also the 2-way-zipper is mainly for ventilation and comfort: When you're sitting and you don't want to take off the jacket, you'd zip up the second zipper (the bottom one) and that would allow for the jacket to basically not bunch up if it makes sense. As to the ventilation aspect, you may want to stay warm but still get some air when you're indoors for example and that's when it could come handy. I own a Golden Bear cafe racer jacket which I'm currently selling (as I'd like to order a Simmons Bilt jacket as well) and I can say that the two way zipper was only useful when I sat down without taking off the jacket. I can also see how it could be useful if you like to ride though!
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Superblack denim does not. So you need both in your wardrobe [emoji851][emoji23]
I would disagree on the first part as a black jacket (with tonal stitching) goes really well with pretty much everything (especially contrast stitched denim). I agree on the second part, though :).
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@doguhanca:
@Filthy:
Anyone owning a Simmonsbilt jacket with a Riri size 8: what side is the zipper pull on (while you are wearing it looking down at it)? On the right (typical USA) or on the left (like iron heart stuff, seems backwards)…
Also is there really any reason to go with a 2 way zipper on there? Any insight you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
I don't own a Simmons Bilt jacket (yet!) but I hope it's alright if I share my thoughts or observations with you. According to the photos I've checked out of the Simmons Bilt jackets that are currently on sale on eBay or generally available on the internet, the Riri zipper pull should be on the left side if you look down at it. Worst case you might ask for it to be on whichever side you prefer - after all you'd be paying a good amount of money for a great jacket and you should be able to get whichever detail you want/ is possible.
Also the 2-way-zipper is mainly for ventilation and comfort: When you're sitting and you don't want to take off the jacket, you'd zip up the second zipper (the bottom one) and that would allow for the jacket to basically not bunch up if it makes sense. As to the ventilation aspect, you may want to stay warm but still get some air when you're indoors for example and that's when it could come handy. I own a Golden Bear cafe racer jacket which I'm currently selling (as I'd like to order a Simmons Bilt jacket as well) and I can say that the two way zipper was only useful when I sat down without taking off the jacket. I can also see how it could be useful if you like to ride though!
Thank you!
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Superblack denim does not. So you need both in your wardrobe [emoji851][emoji23]
I would disagree on the first part as a black jacket (with tonal stitching) goes really well with pretty much everything (especially contrast stitched denim). I agree on the second part, though :).
Same. I sold my brown duck trucker because I found it hard to match with a good number of tops. Black literally goes with everything I own….but I also agree with the second part
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I was thinking more in terms of bottoms than tops. Brown duck works with all shades of indigo, all grey/black stuff, even cream/white. But now you mention it I don’t struggle to pair it with tops either.
I’m not keen on the idea that black goes with everything. Imho it’s more a case of black not clashing with anything, which isn’t the same thing. I find the duck jacket to be exceptionally versatile, where as Superblack actually limits my pairing choices to other black stuff and indigo. I guess this is, by definition, a case of personal taste.
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I remember reading the advice of a stylist once, and it is apparently and industry view that when pairing tops and bottoms, the top should always be lighter in colour than the bottoms, for the sake of aesthetic balance. Fashion smashion I say.
My hesitation having read through the forum posts for the duck type III is that it is short. My 71 is about as short as I can go, and the length on the xxl duck is 1 inch shorter than that. That would sit above my belt line on all of my 555s (the only IH jeans I own).
I do like to have the option to Button a type III. What to do…
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I have an upcoming trip to Mexico and would like to order my latest IH wants and have them delivered to the hotel for me to fetch on arrival….
The hotel already confirmed they will receive and hold them for me.
I was wondering what the tax situation is in Mexico? Any forum member had stuff delivered there? Any probs or duties that I should be aware of before going that route?
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@Filthy:
@doguhanca:
@Filthy:
Anyone owning a Simmonsbilt jacket with a Riri size 8: what side is the zipper pull on (while you are wearing it looking down at it)? On the right (typical USA) or on the left (like iron heart stuff, seems backwards)…
Also is there really any reason to go with a 2 way zipper on there? Any insight you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
I don't own a Simmons Bilt jacket (yet!) but I hope it's alright if I share my thoughts or observations with you. According to the photos I've checked out of the Simmons Bilt jackets that are currently on sale on eBay or generally available on the internet, the Riri zipper pull should be on the left side if you look down at it. Worst case you might ask for it to be on whichever side you prefer - after all you'd be paying a good amount of money for a great jacket and you should be able to get whichever detail you want/ is possible.
Also the 2-way-zipper is mainly for ventilation and comfort: When you're sitting and you don't want to take off the jacket, you'd zip up the second zipper (the bottom one) and that would allow for the jacket to basically not bunch up if it makes sense. As to the ventilation aspect, you may want to stay warm but still get some air when you're indoors for example and that's when it could come handy. I own a Golden Bear cafe racer jacket which I'm currently selling (as I'd like to order a Simmons Bilt jacket as well) and I can say that the two way zipper was only useful when I sat down without taking off the jacket. I can also see how it could be useful if you like to ride though!
Thank you!
No problem - I'm glad if I could help!
