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1STtimePRo'71 · 02-07-2005, 01:44 AM

If I were to start running some new wires, and start replacing some old ones, would it be smarter to go with a bigger gauge wire in place of the factory installed stuff?

68w/sbc406 · 02-07-2005, 01:47 AM

no. stay with all the factory size for factory things. if you start puting in aftermarket stuff then you might need to change the wire size, but probably not

1STtimePRo'71 · 02-07-2005, 01:52 AM

Thanks. I'm gonna start with new taillights and headlights tomorrow, I'm sure my new testlight will get broken in really quick. Does anyone else notice that your testlights only last about 2 months?

68w/sbc406 · 02-07-2005, 02:08 AM

there is a good head light story on here http://www.madelectrical.com/

Tx Firefighter · 02-07-2005, 09:23 AM

You need a better testlight then.

My Snap-On test light is over 10 years old. I had to change the bulb once, but that's it.

Joe67 · 02-07-2005, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1STtimePRo'71

If I were to start running some new wires, and start replacing some old ones, would it be smarter to go with a bigger gauge wire in place of the factory installed stuff?

Unless you have modified your ingnition setup, factory wires are plenty fine

Blue Beard · 02-07-2005, 11:59 AM

The factory wiring was that size considered adequate....stay with it.

You'll find buying a harness cheaper.....consider the cost of wiring, terminals, sealing

02-07-2005, 01:44 AM	#1
1STtimePRo'71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Lake Crystal, MN Posts: 656	So I was thinking... If I were to start running some new wires, and start replacing some old ones, would it be smarter to go with a bigger gauge wire in place of the factory installed stuff?

02-07-2005, 01:47 AM	#2
68w/sbc406 Got Light Emitting Diode? Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Newberg, OR Posts: 2,485	no. stay with all the factory size for factory things. if you start puting in aftermarket stuff then you might need to change the wire size, but probably not __________________ 1968 1/2 ton 2wd lwb 6 lug disc and bags up front. Next c notch and rear bags '02 Chevy Silverado LT ext cab short bed 2WD 5/7 drop on 22's(the family car) 1993 Cherokee work ride/weekend wheeler

02-07-2005, 02:08 AM	#4
68w/sbc406 Got Light Emitting Diode? Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Newberg, OR Posts: 2,485	there is a good head light story on here http://www.madelectrical.com/ __________________ 1968 1/2 ton 2wd lwb 6 lug disc and bags up front. Next c notch and rear bags '02 Chevy Silverado LT ext cab short bed 2WD 5/7 drop on 22's(the family car) 1993 Cherokee work ride/weekend wheeler

02-07-2005, 09:23 AM	#5
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	You need a better testlight then. My Snap-On test light is over 10 years old. I had to change the bulb once, but that's it. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

02-07-2005, 11:59 AM	#7
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	The factory wiring was that size considered adequate....stay with it. You'll find buying a harness cheaper.....consider the cost of wiring, terminals, sealing __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

02-07-2005, 01:52 AM	#3
1STtimePRo'71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Lake Crystal, MN Posts: 656	Thanks. I'm gonna start with new taillights and headlights tomorrow, I'm sure my new testlight will get broken in really quick. Does anyone else notice that your testlights only last about 2 months?



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