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Old 10-19-2006, 12:23 AM
smuryof
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Originally Posted by old_tv_nut
You guys didn't mention dielectric absorption - you can completely discharge a high voltage capacitor, and then if you disconnect the ground lead and come back some time later, it can have re-developed a partial charge, enough to be painful. Always discharge just before poking around, and leave the ground lead on if possible.
Yeah, I read about this today when I was reading up on capacitors. Nasty business, man.

I can't wait to get back into this project, but I have to finish up my Pontiac project first. I just got done installing my freshly machined crankshaft into my 400 block, and let me tell you folks, Pontiac rear main seals are a pain!

Gotta finish this before it gets too cold in the garage - then it'll be time for Magnavox restoration, much more winter-friendly than car stuff
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