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seanrolandwood · 10-29-2015, 03:40 AM

So I'm at the point where the wiring needs to be redone on my truck. The only useable parts of the old wiring worth saving is the tail light portion everything thing else needs to be redone as its been hacked into at one time or another...so in the cab I'm looking to replace the fuse block, all the wiring to gauges, ignition, and to the steering column. From the cab forward it needs it all.... starter alternator battery all the way to the head lights. Any suggestions as to who to use and why based on prior experiences would be greatly appreciated

BigDan3131 · 10-29-2015, 04:29 AM

The shop I used to work at used either American Autowire or Painless and I plan to use the Ron Francis Wireworks one instead since you can mount it anywhere. Mounting it that way means the wires route to it instead of from it like the others. I took my stock tank out to mount my stereo in but have since changed that to my center console so putting it behind my seat is perfect and much easier on my back and knees.

**PGSigns** · 10-29-2015, 06:37 AM

I have used the AAW kit in my 65 and liked the quality and the well thought out instructions. If the truck is stock with out a ton of upgrades a stock replacement harness from AAW or another vendor is a good option as it does not take long to swap. The last option is a nice original harness. The one I pulled from the last truck and sold was in very nice shape and had no mods during its life time.
Jimmy

65sub · 10-29-2015, 12:32 PM

I used the American Autowire harness and it was very easy to install

vin63 · 10-29-2015, 02:44 PM

The best I've used on a consistent basis has been Ron Francis.

seanrolandwood · 10-29-2015, 08:32 PM

So if i go with a aftermarket kit such as ron francis, painless, EZ, what compatibility issues am i going to find as far as hooking up to my stock steering column as i imagine everything else you run new...do they come with the correct connector?

**DPowers** · 10-29-2015, 10:29 PM

I like these guys.
http://www.wiringharness.com/

The_Hub · 10-29-2015, 11:30 PM

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/aw...del/c10-pickup

I bought this one. American Autowire. Read all of the description. There is a ton of stuff and updates included in this one harness. Summit seems to have it for at least $50 less than everyone else too.

10-29-2015, 03:40 AM	#1
seanrolandwood Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: sacramento, california Posts: 93	Wiring harness choices So I'm at the point where the wiring needs to be redone on my truck. The only useable parts of the old wiring worth saving is the tail light portion everything thing else needs to be redone as its been hacked into at one time or another...so in the cab I'm looking to replace the fuse block, all the wiring to gauges, ignition, and to the steering column. From the cab forward it needs it all.... starter alternator battery all the way to the head lights. Any suggestions as to who to use and why based on prior experiences would be greatly appreciated

10-29-2015, 04:29 AM	#2
BigDan3131 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Maple Valley, WA Posts: 1,913	Re: Wiring harness choices The shop I used to work at used either American Autowire or Painless and I plan to use the Ron Francis Wireworks one instead since you can mount it anywhere. Mounting it that way means the wires route to it instead of from it like the others. I took my stock tank out to mount my stereo in but have since changed that to my center console so putting it behind my seat is perfect and much easier on my back and knees. __________________ Custom Painter/Restoration Specialist 1965 GMC 3/4 Ton LB SOLD? 1964 Chevy El Camino in full restoration 1991 Chevy S10 288K+ miles 2nd Owner SOLD 2020 RAM 1500 Warlock

10-29-2015, 06:37 AM	#3
PGSigns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hayes Va Posts: 4,569	Re: Wiring harness choices I have used the AAW kit in my 65 and liked the quality and the well thought out instructions. If the truck is stock with out a ton of upgrades a stock replacement harness from AAW or another vendor is a good option as it does not take long to swap. The last option is a nice original harness. The one I pulled from the last truck and sold was in very nice shape and had no mods during its life time. Jimmy __________________ 60 to 66 Chevy and GMC window decals http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=661131 Good friends, good food and a hotrod what else do you need? 1966 BBW long fleet Daily driver 1965 BBW short fleet Sold and going to a good home 1965 Suburban 2003 3500 Duramax 2005 Ultra Classic

10-29-2015, 12:32 PM	#4
65sub Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: dresden , ontario Posts: 628	Re: Wiring harness choices I used the American Autowire harness and it was very easy to install __________________ Dale ---------------- My suburban's Twisted Little Sister http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=655167

10-29-2015, 02:44 PM	#5
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,262	Re: Wiring harness choices The best I've used on a consistent basis has been Ron Francis. __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

10-29-2015, 08:32 PM	#6
seanrolandwood Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: sacramento, california Posts: 93	Re: Wiring harness choices So if i go with a aftermarket kit such as ron francis, painless, EZ, what compatibility issues am i going to find as far as hooking up to my stock steering column as i imagine everything else you run new...do they come with the correct connector? Attached Images

10-29-2015, 10:29 PM	#7
DPowers One foot in front of the other Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Parrottsville, TN Posts: 5,442	Re: Wiring harness choices I like these guys. http://www.wiringharness.com/ __________________ DP's 66 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361556

10-29-2015, 11:30 PM	#8
The_Hub Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Ward, Arkansas Posts: 98	Re: Wiring harness choices http://www.summitracing.com/parts/aw...del/c10-pickup I bought this one. American Autowire. Read all of the description. There is a ton of stuff and updates included in this one harness. Summit seems to have it for at least $50 less than everyone else too.

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