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Old 10-04-2014, 01:47 PM   #10 (permalink)
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I really like the construction methods of carBEN. Too bad nature conspired against it! I am glad that was not worse!

I bought the nichrome wire to make a wire cutter, but connecting it to my battery charger did not do anything, although I have charged batteries in two different Civics with it.
The late Bob Parsons had a 'VARIAC',variable-voltage,DC power supply that he used for hot-wiring.It's like a larger version of a scale model train transformer.
Once you dial in an acceptable output,you're golden.
Alexander Sport Air used them at Oshkosh during their annual Fly In workshops.
I found one in Dallas at the monthly electronics swap meet for $35.
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