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Title: Vehicles That Can Survive an EMP
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URL Source: https://loope.home.blog/2021/04/18/ ... at-extent-it-would-survive-it/
Published: Apr 18, 2021
Author: staff
Post Date: 2021-04-18 14:18:45 by Horse
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The energy that heats your food in a microwave, the data sent to your smart phone and the music you listen to on a terrestrial radio – these are all forms of electromagnetic energy.

The Jeep (AMC) CJ5 is one of the most famous versions of the venerable “Willys Jeep.” Given its reliability and performance, it’s no wonder the CJ5 had one of the longest production runs of any Jeep. Starting in the 1980s, the CJ5 Jeeps were made with more advanced electronics, such as AM/FM radios and more complex electronic control units. Getting a CJ5 older than a 1979 model can’t hurt, but the prices tend to rise as the model years get older, so the affordability advantage is diminished.

Contributing to its EMP survivability is a naturally aspirated engine utilizing a carburetor. As one might expect, the CJ5s are typically found with manual transmissions, which are easier to repair, should the need arise.

The Chevrolet Blazer is a popular classic vehicle and it’s easy to see why, given its traditional styling, history and off-road capability. Like other vehicles listed in this article, the 1984 Chevrolet Blazer’s engine uses a carburetor and natural aspiration, so there are fewer sensitive electronics controlling engine performance. The Blazer is also very popular for making additions and modifications, with many options available.

There are other models of the Blazer that would do well surviving an EMP, such as a model from the 1970s or early 1980s, but they are significantly more expensive, almost double the price on the used car market. Option 3: 1972 Volkswagen Beetle. Average Street Value = $5,900 Volkswagen Beetle

The Volkswagen Beetle is one of the most recognizable vehicles ever manufactured; in fact, it is the best-selling vehicle in history. It’s also another iconic vehicle that’s noted in pop culture (The Love Bug comes to mind).

Starting around 1975, the VW Beetles were made with the Bosch fuel injected engines, which added extra electronics to the vehicle. While this addition is not very advanced by today’s standards, it adds a weak link to the VW Beetle’s EMP resistance. Therefore, most VW Beetles from the early 1970s or older would serve as the most ideal versions for surviving an EMP strike.

If a truck or SUV isn’t your thing, the VW Beetle is definitely a vehicle you should look into getting. Option 4: 1983 Ford Bronco. Average Street Value = $5,000

The Ford Bronco was first released back in 1966 and was discontinued 20 years later in 1996. However, it’s a popular vehicle and has a bit of history, especially in pop culture (OJ Simpson’s infamous Ford Bronco is of the 1993 model year).

The 1983 Ford Bronco makes a great vehicle for surviving an EMP because it has a naturally aspirated carburetor engine. This means a simple air intake system is used and the air-fuel mixing doesn’t rely on electronic assistance.

But why is the 1983 model recommended in particular? Starting with the 1984 model Ford Broncos, electronic emissions equipment became standard. Besides creating another area of potential failure in an EMP strike, it also reduces the vehicle’s performance. Additionally, certain 1985 Ford Broncos have electronic fuel injection, which creates yet another potential weak point against an EMP. Other Things to Consider

This article lists only a handful of vehicles that are likely to survive an EMP. Basically, any vehicle from the 1960s or earlier will probably survive an EMP event in drivable, if not perfect condition. However, they’re unlikely to be the most affordable or practical. Obviously, an even older vehicle, such as one that’s steam or animal-powered would have the absolute best chance of surviving the EMP, but they wouldn’t be practical to operate (for most people) and are quite expensive to purchase and maintain.

Even if you find a great vehicle for surviving an EMP, don’t forget other practical considerations, such as parts availability, ease of maintenance and repair, performance, inconspicuousness and fuel availability (gasoline versus diesel). Share this:

The CJ5 also makes a fantastic off-road vehicle, which can be of great use in a survival situation. Lastly, the CJ5 doesn’t stand out too much (except to the most fanatic Jeep fans), so it’s unlikely to draw any unwanted attention.

Related: 10 Things to Have Ready before the Huge EMP !!! Option 2: 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. Average Street Value = $6,100

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#1. To: Horse (#0)

If the battery is disconnected they will be just fine.

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TommyTheMadArtist  posted on  2021-04-18   16:20:57 ET  Reply   Trace   Private Reply  


#2. To: TommyTheMadArtist, 4um (#1)

If the battery is disconnected they will be just fine.

Very doubtful. Maybe if the battery leads are disconnected, shorted together to a solid earth ground, maybe, but still doubtful.

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Mike Flaherty: Yeah, it's been there a long time. I wish I knew which corner.
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Esso  posted on  2021-04-18   19:23:34 ET  Reply   Trace   Private Reply  


#3. To: Esso (#2)

An EMP does not destroy anything that is not powered. Meaning a car, if in a garage should have enough protection because there is usually enough copper wiring in a typical garage to absorb the EMP. If the car itself does not have the battery hooked up, there is no power to destroy the electrical system with a short or an overload. That’s how EMP’s destroy the majority of these CPU type vehicles. Also, an EMP is not a permanent weapon to disable everything. It takes time for that charge to dissipate, and if you have a back up battery, you should be fine.

Faraday cages also would protect your car. If you put one on your battery and on your CPU.

An EMP is not as horrifying a thought as they are made out to be.

"Call Me Ishmael" -Ishmael, A character from the book "Moby Dick" 1851. "Call Me Fishmeal" -Osama Bin Laden, A character created by the CIA, and the world's Hide And Seek Champion 2001-2011. -Tommythemadartist

TommyTheMadArtist  posted on  2021-04-18   20:00:50 ET  Reply   Trace   Private Reply  


#4. To: TommyTheMadArtist (#3)

An EMP does not destroy anything that is not powered.

Not so. An EMP's rapidly changing magnetic field per se can induce potentially destructive voltages and thus currents in any of the myriad loops connecting the various nodes in an electronic circuit or device -- even without connection to a battery or other power source.

StraitGate  posted on  2021-04-18   20:35:26 ET  Reply   Trace   Private Reply  


#5. To: TommyTheMadArtist (#3)

An EMP does not destroy anything that is not powered.

Yes, it does. I'm not sure how to describe this in understandable terms, but EMP is volts in the air, I think it's measured in Volts per meter. When all the sudden you have a jillion volts looking to dissipate itself, it's going to go through fragile semiconductor junctions looking to go home.

Powered up circuits are more likely to survive, because the voltages are clamped, but if the pulse is strong enough, the arc will go through weak parts.

Faraday cages also would protect your car. If you put one on your battery and on your CPU.

No, because the exposed (unshielded) wires act like antennas letting the "air" voltage get in. My tech guy (EW1) stroked out a few years ago. My bailiwick was HUMINT. I'm just telling you what I picked up along the way, 25-40 years ago. I've got a pretty good background in electronics, but not at Skillethead's level.

An EMP is not as horrifying a thought as they are made out to be.

No, but I don't have a cell phone super glued to my right hand. You wanna shut these punks down? Turn off the cell towers. You don't think that there's not a contingency for that? You know better.

You might want to ask yourself why the Raytheon Active Denial System hasn't been deployed on the streets. I don't think Trump was ever briefed on it.

I guess the stand-off range is about a kilometer (5/8 mi). Might as well go for a soda...

The light that burns twice as bright, burns half as long. - Dr. Eldon Tyrell

Godfrey Smith: Mike, I wouldn't worry. Prosperity is just around the corner.
Mike Flaherty: Yeah, it's been there a long time. I wish I knew which corner.
My Man Godfrey (1936)

Esso  posted on  2021-04-18   20:51:36 ET  Reply   Trace   Private Reply  


#6. To: Esso (#5)

I'm praying for an EMP after "Go for Soda" !

"And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them. "

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noone222  posted on  2021-04-19   9:26:28 ET  Reply   Trace   Private Reply  


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