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JRBECK64 · 07-20-2011, 11:31 AM

Which one did you use and what is the advantage of one over the other? Opinions Please.

JRBECK64

57larry · 07-20-2011, 12:15 PM

I have used both several times. I like American Auto the best. It cost more more but seems like better quality parts. Paintless tech support sometimes get to be smart asses

**leddzepp** · 07-20-2011, 01:47 PM

american autowire, hands down. identical to oem in every way, like nos. plug n play. a 5 year old could install it. painless is not.
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**Tom Vogel** · 07-20-2011, 04:17 PM

AAW Classic Update... one word...Awesome. Talk to Wes at Classic Heartbeat. http://www.classicheartbeat.com/

JRBECK64 · 07-20-2011, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Tom Vogel

AAW Classic Update... one word...Awesome. Talk to Wes at Classic Heartbeat. http://www.classicheartbeat.com/

Tom Vogel,
I talked with Wes this morning and he told me there is a company called M&H wiring that has the exact wiring harness as AAW and they are on the West Coast. He said they actually used to be part of AAW. Anyway I think I am going to get the AAW harness because thats the same kind of harness I put in my Sons 64 Pickup and it went in without a glitch. Im going to ask a question Tom, Did you fly S-3's in the Navy?

JRBECK64

406 Q-ship · 07-20-2011, 04:48 PM

M&H have been in the reproduction wiring business for longer than anyone, M&H were around long before AAW I believe. I have personally used M&H in my Chevelle, a complete plug and play deal. I even got one of the very first new fuse box harnesses with the ATO style fuses, the harness also was set up for a long water pump (my car a 68 so it had a left side alt) accessories, an internal regulator alt, and an HEI. It all worked without one issue, well actually there was one issue that involved FedEx ground (dumba$$es) but M&H got a replacement harness shipped quickly.

*Fitz* · 07-20-2011, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by JRBECK64

Tom Vogel,
I talked with Wes this morning and he told me there is a company called M&H wiring that has the exact wiring harness as AAW and they are on the West Coast.

JRBECK64

I used M&H for my 67 stepper. They sent EVERYTHING and used OEM wire sizes, colors and connectors so when you go to plug everything up it fits! The only difference between my harness and the stock one was the electronic ignition and Vintage Air A/C unit and they put the right connectors and wiring in the harness for no extra charge. I had expected to take a week or two wiring because of the changes but had all of it done in one day.

http://www.wiringharness.com/

M&H Electric Fabricators, Inc.

13537 Alondra Blvd.

Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670

**leddzepp** · 07-20-2011, 06:09 PM

you will get the same plug n play deal with either aaw or m and h.
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JRBECK64 · 07-20-2011, 06:15 PM

Thanks for the advise everyone, It looks like M&H is going to get my business.

JRBECK64

CG · 07-20-2011, 08:55 PM

AAW's kit comes in a brief case size box. It really does come with everything you need. Even had a brand new ignition switch and set of keys.

It does sound like the other ones are top notch too. I definitely trust Wes when it comes to recommendations.

Zoomin · 07-20-2011, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Fitz

I used M&H for my 67 stepper. They sent EVERYTHING and used OEM wire sizes, colors and connectors so when you go to plug everything up it fits! The only difference between my harness and the stock one was the electronic ignition and Vintage Air A/C unit and they put the right connectors and wiring in the harness for no extra charge. I had expected to take a week or two wiring because of the changes but had all of it done in one day.

http://www.wiringharness.com/

M&H Electric Fabricators, Inc.

13537 Alondra Blvd.

Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670

They are definitely good, and because of that sometimes you'll have a wait. If you need it in a hurry, better call them before you order.

**rob32472** · 07-20-2011, 09:38 PM

aaw classic update all the way

71 super · 07-20-2011, 10:01 PM

have used both m&h and aaw. If you are looking for a custom harness these are not, but they are the best in quality, fit and finish period. If you are wanting a custom harness be prepared for the work involved, installed one painless harness for a friend and it was a joke. It involved crimping ends and wire that looked like auto parts rolls and the associated ends were of the same quality that you would find on any parts store shelf. I say stay away from any build your own.

**Tom Vogel** · 07-21-2011, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by JRBECK64

Tom Vogel,
I talked with Wes this morning...
Good deal, Wes has forgot more than I know.

Im going to ask a question Tom, Did you fly S-3's in the Navy?
No not me. Someone is going around using my name again! Lol

JRBECK64

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Rochlow · 07-21-2011, 10:38 AM

AAW.. If I can install one, anyone can!

JRBECK64 · 07-21-2011, 02:28 PM

Thanks again for all the advise.

JRBECK64

07-20-2011, 11:31 AM	#1
JRBECK64 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Cornelius Oregon Posts: 1,073	American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring Which one did you use and what is the advantage of one over the other? Opinions Please. JRBECK64

07-20-2011, 12:15 PM	#2
57larry Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 1,162	Re: American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring I have used both several times. I like American Auto the best. It cost more more but seems like better quality parts. Paintless tech support sometimes get to be smart asses

07-20-2011, 01:47 PM	#3
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,004	Re: American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring american autowire, hands down. identical to oem in every way, like nos. plug n play. a 5 year old could install it. painless is not. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man

07-20-2011, 04:17 PM	#4
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,564	Re: American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring AAW Classic Update... one word...Awesome. Talk to Wes at Classic Heartbeat. http://www.classicheartbeat.com/

07-20-2011, 04:48 PM	#6
406 Q-ship Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Largo Florida Posts: 632	Re: American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring M&H have been in the reproduction wiring business for longer than anyone, M&H were around long before AAW I believe. I have personally used M&H in my Chevelle, a complete plug and play deal. I even got one of the very first new fuse box harnesses with the ATO style fuses, the harness also was set up for a long water pump (my car a 68 so it had a left side alt) accessories, an internal regulator alt, and an HEI. It all worked without one issue, well actually there was one issue that involved FedEx ground (dumba$$es) but M&H got a replacement harness shipped quickly. __________________ Lifes journey is not to arrive at the gate well preserved, it is to slide in sideways all used up and wore out yelling.....God what'a ride! Where patience fails, force prevails Stapp's Ironical Paradox "The universal aptitude for ineptitude makes any human accomplishment an incredible miracle."

07-20-2011, 06:09 PM	#8
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,004	Re: American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring you will get the same plug n play deal with either aaw or m and h. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man

07-20-2011, 06:15 PM	#9
JRBECK64 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Cornelius Oregon Posts: 1,073	Re: American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring Thanks for the advise everyone, It looks like M&H is going to get my business. JRBECK64

07-20-2011, 08:55 PM	#10
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,861	Re: American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring AAW's kit comes in a brief case size box. It really does come with everything you need. Even had a brand new ignition switch and set of keys. It does sound like the other ones are top notch too. I definitely trust Wes when it comes to recommendations. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

07-20-2011, 09:38 PM	#12
rob32472 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: dallas ga Posts: 1,505	Re: American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring aaw classic update all the way

07-20-2011, 10:01 PM	#13
71 super Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Canton North carolina Posts: 3,079	Re: American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring have used both m&h and aaw. If you are looking for a custom harness these are not, but they are the best in quality, fit and finish period. If you are wanting a custom harness be prepared for the work involved, installed one painless harness for a friend and it was a joke. It involved crimping ends and wire that looked like auto parts rolls and the associated ends were of the same quality that you would find on any parts store shelf. I say stay away from any build your own. __________________ 67 blue step side- bb 68 gold and white swb cst anniversary 68 custom swb hot rod Ls swap 69 swb cst 6 cylinder/ overdrive 69 black/black cst bb swb 70 orange and white cst Canada built truck swb bb 71 black and white super swb bb 71 red and white super swb 72 green and white super swb 4x4 62 nova wagon 400 series Ls swapped 68 Camaro 327/4 speed- 1 owner, original paint 66 Volkswagen bettle 69 auto stick Volkswagen Beetle

07-21-2011, 10:38 AM	#15
Rochlow Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: St. Albans, Vt Posts: 2,520	Re: American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring AAW.. If I can install one, anyone can!

07-21-2011, 02:28 PM	#16
JRBECK64 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Cornelius Oregon Posts: 1,073	Re: American Auto Wire or Painless Wiring Thanks again for all the advise. JRBECK64

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