Welding...anyone ever fry a computer?

[backtrail69]

Nice to see you're from Anacortes. I still have a house there.

Born and Raised. I live in Bellingham currently, and probably for the next couple years at least. I am a Sophomore @ Western. Who knows where I will end up, i guess where ever the job market takes me. Two of my cars, all my tools and many spare parts are in Anacortes though..

[ddavidv]

I always undo the battery as well as the ABS and injection brains. Takes only seconds, and assures I don't have nightmares awaiting.

[hoveringuy]

Hey Backtrail,

Nice to see you're from Anacortes. I still have a house there.

I have orders to Bremerton and can't wait to get out of DC, especially after the BS $100 parking ticket I got in the district tonight!

[LINUS]

Don't be a lazyass, just unhook the battery & your ecu. I have heard of ecu's working, but not like they SHOULD - after someone didn't unhook it.

Unless you have an extra brainbox or a couple hundred, that is.

[backtrail69]

If you are really worried about it +1 on disconnecting the bat. Modern electronics are pretty reliable. I haven't seen one fry personally from welding. But don't take ur chances.

[Mr.sexymorningvoice]

I need to to some light MIG welding.

Are there any precautions I need to take to prevent frying anything? If I MIG weld a few beads will the car electronics be safe??

Thanks,
Hoveringuy

ehh...you should be fine, but i would unhook the battery. I have welded on mine when i fixed my floor, and some other things. And mine is still just fine

[hoveringuy]

I need to to some light MIG welding.

Are there any precautions I need to take to prevent frying anything? If I MIG weld a few beads will the car electronics be safe??

Thanks,
Hoveringuy