Originally posted by Stephen:
My questions are, is it possible that the static charge can cause bulbs to blow or sensors to not work? Also, if the strip is touching the road, why would I be still getting the static charge?
Stephen
I doubt that it is hurting anything on the car. If it were, it would be causing warranty costs for Ford and they would do something about it. If you have the strip and it is contacting the road, I'm guessing that it doesn't have a good electrical contact with the vehicle.
FWIW, When I replaced my stock tires, the problem wasn't as bad. The stock Firestones seem to be particularly bad at providing an electrical ground. Several tires have a strip of moderately conductive tread to help take care of this issue.
Another (cheaper) option is to hold the body of your vehicle as you are stepping out. Then the ground path is completed between your foot and the pavement (rather than between your hand and the door as you reach to close it) and you are less likely to feel it.
