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Originally Posted by Chas H
It's nothing new. A battery was/is sold for 6 volt Porsches that made 12v for starting then switched back to 6v for running.
Newer cars with electronic equipment could have problems with a 24 volt start, so I would be very cautious about such a device.
Most non-electronic 12v equipment can safely handle 24v for a short time.
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I think you're right. If there were a way (beyond what the ignition switch does) to ensure that ONLY the starter motor was receiving voltage during this process then it wouldn't be such a bad idea.