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11-06-08, 11:56 AM

kiko305

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Problems With my 95 Chevy..

i have a 5.7 v8 chevy when i try to connect the battery it throws sparks i dont understand why i checked the battery wires and they look fine and fuses are good can u help me please..Thankz

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11-06-08, 02:32 PM

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sparking battery

It sounds like there is a constant draw on the battery and when you hook it up, it tries to start whatever is turned on. Try connecting the Neg. cable last: after you chech to see if something is drawing a lot of current. Check for headlights on, tail lights on, etc..

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