How Many Amps Do You Need to Start a Car?
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A battery supplies power in a car's startup process. Learn more about how many amps you'd need to start a car and what factors it depends on.
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At 8,000 amps, if it doesn't start your car you can just weld yourself to
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VECTOR 15 Amp Automatic 12V Battery Charger with 50 Amp Engine
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