jumper cables
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- August 14, 2016
So how do you make a dead battery start? If it is dead, shouldn’t you just replace it? We are going to cover 5 ways to start a dead battery even without jumper cables. I’m willing to bet that most of you have never tried or even considered idea number five!
#1 – Find a Charger
Should you find yourself at home, the obvious first step would be to dig out and connect your charger. I could write countless articles on how and why selecting the proper chargers is important, but let’s keep it really simple: Use a Smart ‘Trickle’ Charger. Using grandpas old 1950’s style automotive charger or some gigantic beast mode charger may actually cause more harm than good.
#2 – Use Jumper Cables
The old tried and true method when stranded out on the road. The problem is, either you have to have a pair with you or you need to wait for a passer-by to come along with a set of cables. And if you do have them, you still need to wait for someone to stop and offer the use of their vehicle and battery.
#3 – Use
