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Topic: Tips/Proper Directions for Rewiring Underdash of '65??????
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The Iceman
Gearhead Posts: 1520
From: Shelton, CT
Registered: Jul 2000
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posted 02-04-2002 10:34 PM
   
Alrighty, well I splurged a bit and decided to drop the $400 on a new underdash wiring harness (along with a NEW turn signal switch since my turn signal wires somehow overloaded a week or so ago  ), headlight switch, and tailight harnessI did so because of the above mentioned turn signal problem, the brake lights not working again, my fuse box is really (and i mean really falling apart), the splice jobs done by the previous owner, and then the one done by myself, along with my instrument lights not working and some of the wires being a little bit crispy I figure if one or two problems are starting now, new ones will arise sooner or later -- it IS 37 year old wiring and has been through New England weather with a slightly leaky cowl 
any tips/guides/hints etc for switching out the underdash wiring harness of a '65 for a new one????????
I have my wiring diagram and can easily get my hands/eyes to get a good look/feel under the dash, so BASICALLY i have all the necessary info, but it never hurts to have MORE! 
thanks a lot, have a good one  ------------------
CrAzY Dan~
1965 Coupe "BeeBop" 200ci Straight "6"~2.77 3-spd w/Hurst Shifter~Pertronix Elec. Ign.~Flamethrower Coil~Flex-Fan~Clifford 6-2 Header~26" Smithys~3" chrome tips~'85 T-Bird TC buckets~'66 guages
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richard bohm
Gearhead Posts: 260
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Registered: May 2001
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posted 02-04-2002 11:42 PM
the very first thing to do is lay out the new harness and make sure you dont need any connectors or light sockets. read the directions that came with the harness. next as you take out the old harness mark each wire and socket as to where they came from. then lay out the old harness and compare it with the new one. they should be similar. transfer any connectors and sockets you need to the new harness. mark the new harness like you did the old one and install it. take your time and do the job start to finish with a bare minimum of interuptions. this way you dont have to try and figure out where you were when you stopped.
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Fastymz
Gearhead Posts: 2514
From: Reno Nv
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 02-05-2002 01:02 AM
Well Dan that should help you out alot.Richard,advice sounds very good.
SCOOP
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65 coupe,351w,RPM intake,Carter625,shorty headers,2.5 exhaust, Flowmasters,C4,open 8" 2:80,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,Crager SS,Black Suede.
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The Iceman
Gearhead Posts: 1520
From: Shelton, CT
Registered: Jul 2000
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posted 02-05-2002 09:24 PM
the answer here and the ones from Stangnet.com are perfect -- exactly what i need  haha im happy that everyone agrees the re-wire is a good idea! (then again, it isnt your money so why would you guys care ANYWAYS hahaha  ) have a good one
now ive gotta get used to the 20 degree weather so i can change it this weekend (it HAS to be done this weekend!  )
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CrAzY Dan~
1965 Coupe "BeeBop" 200ci Straight "6"~2.77 3-spd w/Hurst Shifter~Pertronix Elec. Ign.~Flamethrower Coil~Flex-Fan~Clifford 6-2 Header~26" Smithys~3" chrome tips~'85 T-Bird TC buckets~'66 guages
https://mustangsandmore.com//ubb/TheIceman.html
http://www.motorcities.com/contents/01GF9250033520.html
There's Nothing Wrong With A Little Six In A Classic Mustang! ;)
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Fastymz
Gearhead Posts: 2514
From: Reno Nv
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 02-06-2002 12:33 AM
quote:
Originally posted by The Iceman:
the answer here and the ones from Stangnet.com are perfect -- exactly what i need haha im happy that everyone agrees the re-wire is a good idea! (then again, it isnt your money so why would you guys care ANYWAYS hahaha ) have a good one
now ive gotta get used to the 20 degree weather so i can change it this weekend (it HAS to be done this weekend! )
Who cares what you talking about.Every one cares.Or at least I care and, whats Stangit?
SCOOP
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65 coupe,351w,RPM intake,Carter625,shorty headers,2.5 exhaust, Flowmasters,C4,open 8" 2:80,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,Crager SS,Black Suede.
MEM#1240 https://mustangsandmore.com/ubb/Fastymz.html
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AKBOSSMAN
Gearhead Posts: 2222
From: WASILLA , AK USA M&M #743 MCA #40857
Registered: Oct 2000
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posted 02-06-2002 03:39 PM
What is a {Quote} slightly leaky cowl{/Quote} lol isn't it like being pregant?I'd say its Fire prevention! ------------------
WAYNE CURTIS
70 GRABBER GREEN BOSS 302
01 Sangria Red Focus ZX3
03 Boss 302 (5.0) (waiting on order form)
92 SHELBY 4X4 (K-9 IDITAROD LEAD DOG)
My old '71Torino GT
"If your under control then your not going fast enough" Parnelli Jones
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