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muddpile · 10-14-2005, 06:56 PM

I was just wondering who makes a wire harness that would suit my truck. When it is done, it will have:
- An aftermarket in-dash CD stereo
- Six Autometer electric streetrod gauges (none mechanical)
- Aftermarket Bright/Dim indicator and signal indicator lights
- Vintage Air heat/cool unit
- HEI
- Edelbrock carb with electric choke

My stock harness is shot, so I have to replace it regardless of what modifications I do to the truck, but I figure I might as well do it right the first time and get a harness that best suits my needs. I've heard lots of people talk about Painless harnesses in the past. Are they a good one and would they work with all the modifications I will be making? Is there anyone else who makes a harness that would better suit my needs, or am I best off just to build my own (not a fun job I'm sure). Thanks!

matthufham · 10-14-2005, 07:14 PM

you won't find a harness with those features. you should just get a 67-72 18 circuit harness with new style fuses. you will be splicing wires no matter what harness you buy.

**53burb** · 10-14-2005, 07:37 PM

I believe Ron Francis can custom build harnesses...Ron Francis

Blue85 · 10-14-2005, 08:49 PM

Painless Wiring, only way to go man.

TEXAS 68 · 10-15-2005, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Blue85

Painless Wiring, only way to go man.

I'm in the middle of my first painless install and I have to say it's been the best money spent so far,it's really top notch and everything is marked.JMO

Blue85 · 10-14-2005, 08:53 PM

BTW, talk to Randy70C-10 he has done 2 or 3 installs of the painless kit.

**Hart_Rod** · 10-15-2005, 10:24 AM

TX 68

What harness did you use? Part #.

Rob

TEXAS 68 · 10-15-2005, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rob

TX 68

What harness did you use? Part #.

Rob

#10206,it's the one with the correct ends on it and 18 circut fuse panel

FRENCHBLUE72 · 10-15-2005, 12:16 PM

I used the painless kit for trucks on my blazer and it was a pain imo. I had to cut the fire wall hole bigger and there are wires included that you do not need. Also you need to fill holes in the fire wall cause they are not used(taillight section) the rear taillight harness is not included,the wires are there but no sockets for the lights. Also there is no column harness included.. Just seems like it could have been more complete.. Then agian maybe I bought the wrong one I will have to look at the painless kit # next time I am outside..

nitor · 10-16-2005, 05:02 AM

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

I used the painless kit for trucks on my blazer and it was a pain imo. I had to cut the fire wall hole bigger and there are wires included that you do not need. Also you need to fill holes in the fire wall cause they are not used(taillight section) the rear taillight harness is not included,the wires are there but no sockets for the lights. Also there is no column harness included.. Just seems like it could have been more complete.. Then agian maybe I bought the wrong one I will have to look at the painless kit # next time I am outside..

For the money you probably had to pay for that "Painfull" wiring kit, I would think you should have gotten a complete kit.

muddpile · 10-17-2005, 12:43 AM

So, for all my custom stuff I am doing to my truck, would painless kit # 10206 be the answer to my problems? Does it have all the bulb sockets and stuff on it, because I have a few of those burned out as well. Also, since I am running electric gauges, will it have provisions for all the separate lights and such, or am I still going to have to fabricate somewhat of a dash harness? Thanks!

10-14-2005, 08:49 PM	#4
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10-14-2005, 08:53 PM	#6
Blue85 Oilfield Trash Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Raymore, Sk, Canada, Earth Posts: 3,171	BTW, talk to Randy70C-10 he has done 2 or 3 installs of the painless kit. __________________ 14 Dodge 3500 Mega Cab 08 Dodge 3500 Mega Cab 87 Chev 3+3 4x4 80 GMC K10 High Sierra bone stock 70 Chevelle 350SS long term project 68 GMC 3ton Grain Truck/Garbage wagon 50 Pontiac 2 Door Coupe Project "I've got a shotgun rifle and a 4 wheel drive and a country boy can survive" Hank Jr.

10-15-2005, 10:24 AM	#7
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,859	TX 68 What harness did you use? Part #. Rob __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

10-15-2005, 12:16 PM	#9
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10-17-2005, 12:43 AM	#11
muddpile Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 1,371	Re: Wire harness for a custom? So, for all my custom stuff I am doing to my truck, would painless kit # 10206 be the answer to my problems? Does it have all the bulb sockets and stuff on it, because I have a few of those burned out as well. Also, since I am running electric gauges, will it have provisions for all the separate lights and such, or am I still going to have to fabricate somewhat of a dash harness? Thanks! __________________ 1964 Chevy Short Fleet: Tornado 1972 Chevy C10: Fast Orange Secondaries Wide Open

10-14-2005, 06:56 PM	#1
muddpile Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 1,371	Wire harness for a custom? I was just wondering who makes a wire harness that would suit my truck. When it is done, it will have: - An aftermarket in-dash CD stereo - Six Autometer electric streetrod gauges (none mechanical) - Aftermarket Bright/Dim indicator and signal indicator lights - Vintage Air heat/cool unit - HEI - Edelbrock carb with electric choke My stock harness is shot, so I have to replace it regardless of what modifications I do to the truck, but I figure I might as well do it right the first time and get a harness that best suits my needs. I've heard lots of people talk about Painless harnesses in the past. Are they a good one and would they work with all the modifications I will be making? Is there anyone else who makes a harness that would better suit my needs, or am I best off just to build my own (not a fun job I'm sure). Thanks! __________________ 1964 Chevy Short Fleet: Tornado 1972 Chevy C10: Fast Orange Secondaries Wide Open

10-14-2005, 07:14 PM	#2
matthufham Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Carl Junction, Missouri Posts: 2,061	you won't find a harness with those features. you should just get a 67-72 18 circuit harness with new style fuses. you will be splicing wires no matter what harness you buy.

10-14-2005, 07:37 PM	#3
53burb Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Queen Creek, AZ Posts: 1,007	I believe Ron Francis can custom build harnesses...Ron Francis



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