In a message dated 3/24/06 12:13:14 AM Eastern Standard Time, Tom@Salicos.com
writes:

> If you continuously spray the fabric with anti-static treatment it will
> start to pick up dirt.  The best advise here was to touch something metal as
>
> you drag your butt across the seat.  This dissipates the static charge as it
>
> is being developed.  The next best thing is to dissipate the charge by
> thumping the bottom of your fist on a metal surface before touching
> something with your fingers.  The larger the discharge surface the less the
> effect.  It's like when you scuffed your feet and touched your little
> brother's ear.  Less area, greater energy density.
>
> The bottom line is that, except for continuous use of anti-static spray
> and/or less painful discharge habits, there may not be anything you can do.
>
>

actually i lay my palm on the top of the dogleg before i get out..having my
palm there doesnt keep me from getting shocked..
i just found a good remedy..

open door, put left hand on A pillar
lift body wieght up and out of seat with left hand on A pillar
that way my butt clears the outer bolster, no dragging or sliding across
seat, therefore no shock.  also cuts down on bolster wear too :<)

chris