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Subject:Re: Accessory position?
From:tom ring
Date:Sat, 15 Nov 2003 21:29:18 -0600

Simple solution would be to take a portable battery operated radio, like a
small boom box, with you.

tom

On 15 Nov 2003 at 18:49, Ed Maikranz wrote:

> Ok, stupid question peraps, but I need to ask it.
> I am going to the drive-in tomorrow night, and need to
> have the radio on to hear the movie. My 81 does not
> have an accessory position to turn on the radio, you
> have to turn the ignition on.  What problems could be
> caused by having the key on for a few hours?  Is
> wiring the radio directly to the battery the only safe
> way to do this?
>
> Thanks,
> Ed Maikranz
> Abilene, TX
> 81 Westy
> 78 Scirocco
> 71 Superbeetle
>
>
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85 Westphalia GL Albert
96 Jetta GL The Intimidator
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