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srsummers · 12-28-2008, 11:09 PM

I'm getting ready to rewire my 65 with a universal wiring kit. Is one kit better than another. How difficult is it? I have done alot of car audio and alarm systems in the past...I think I can handle it.

*LILRED66* · 12-28-2008, 11:15 PM

With your experience, you won't have any issues with the universal kit, plus you have some flexibility with additional power accessories.

With my limited knowledge, I went with the factory replacement harness/fuse block. I purchase one from www.bowtiebits.com and a few from www.classicparts.com. I believe www.lmctruck.com and www.truckandcarshop.com, as well as, many other aftermarket truck suppliers sell the factory harness/block, so if you go this route I would check with a few sources for pricing, shipping and freight.

I hope this information is helpful and let us know how you make out with the re-wiring project.

Happy Holidays.

**Chevy Fleetside** · 12-29-2008, 11:34 AM

I have one of these to put in my truck http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/EZ-WI...Q5fAccessories The wires really do streach from front to back too. Looks like a pretty well made harness also. I went with this harness because of power windows and other features that will be nice on the truck.

joe231 · 12-29-2008, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevy Fleetside

I have one of these to put in my truck http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/EZ-WI...Q5fAccessories The wires really do streach from front to back too. Looks like a pretty well made harness also. I went with this harness because of power windows and other features that will be nice on the truck.

who makes that one? where did you buy it? How much? Thanks!

scotts62 · 12-29-2008, 01:33 PM

More expencive but good, mine is from Ron Francis. Hook up all accesories then run all wires to wherever you mount fuse box then start crimping connectors, its really clean because you get all wires longer so you can hide them better and a fuse panel made for your application.

protrash64 · 12-29-2008, 02:39 PM

I just picked up an American Autowire system for 40 bucks off C.L. Better than the 40 year old junk under the dash!!! I also have an EZ wire harness. You will have no problem installing the system with your experience.

TimE · 12-29-2008, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by protrash64

I just picked up an American Autowire system for 40 bucks off C.L.

Man!! You stole that thing! That's like getting 90% off. Great score.

protrash64 · 12-29-2008, 02:47 PM

Thanx TimE........the guy had a sweet 'burb he was re-doing and he knew what it takes to get rid of stuff...CHEAP PRICES!!!!! I laugh at people asking300 bucks for a carb that needs to be rebuilt or something. Did you hit that other zero by accident???

**slepysal** · 12-29-2008, 03:44 PM

PROTRASH 64, aint that the truth!! man some times you think they are selling new items, and not used.
total rip offs, but every once in a while you get a score !

**Chevy Fleetside** · 12-29-2008, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by joe231

who makes that one? where did you buy it? How much? Thanks!

Did you click on the link. Well that is where I got it. $180 total to my door.

zythen · 12-29-2008, 10:08 PM

I too need to rewire my truck as I'm sure I broke one of the crusty old wires today and now I get no power to anything. Has anyone ever made their own block instead of buying one?

CL got me a pretty nice deal on my truck, $950 for my C30 flatbed. Ran great until I messed with the wires today, they no longer have give in them, they're like bending copper pipe at this point. You can hear them cracking when you move them out of the way.

joe231 · 12-29-2008, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevy Fleetside

Did you click on the link. Well that is where I got it. $180 total to my door.

damn dude, sorry, don't know how i missed it

**Chevy Fleetside** · 12-29-2008, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by joe231

damn dude, sorry, don't know how i missed it

We all miss stuff...

joe231 · 12-29-2008, 11:32 PM

scotts62 · 12-29-2008, 11:54 PM

Guess you just got told Joe

joe231 · 12-30-2008, 12:00 AM

scotts62 · 12-30-2008, 12:09 AM

Ya anyways, Yeah that isn't a bad deal at all on that kit, ill have to remeber that place for the next project

12-28-2008, 11:09 PM	#1
srsummers Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Phoenix Posts: 137	Universal wiring kits I'm getting ready to rewire my 65 with a universal wiring kit. Is one kit better than another. How difficult is it? I have done alot of car audio and alarm systems in the past...I think I can handle it.

12-28-2008, 11:15 PM	#2
LILRED66 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas City, KS Posts: 3,906	Re: Universal wiring kits With your experience, you won't have any issues with the universal kit, plus you have some flexibility with additional power accessories. With my limited knowledge, I went with the factory replacement harness/fuse block. I purchase one from www.bowtiebits.com and a few from www.classicparts.com. I believe www.lmctruck.com and www.truckandcarshop.com, as well as, many other aftermarket truck suppliers sell the factory harness/block, so if you go this route I would check with a few sources for pricing, shipping and freight. I hope this information is helpful and let us know how you make out with the re-wiring project. Happy Holidays.

12-29-2008, 11:34 AM	#3
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,780	Re: Universal wiring kits I have one of these to put in my truck http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/EZ-WI...Q5fAccessories The wires really do streach from front to back too. Looks like a pretty well made harness also. I went with this harness because of power windows and other features that will be nice on the truck. Attached Images __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536 Last edited by Chevy Fleetside; 12-29-2008 at 11:36 AM.

12-29-2008, 01:33 PM	#5
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,240	Re: Universal wiring kits More expencive but good, mine is from Ron Francis. Hook up all accesories then run all wires to wherever you mount fuse box then start crimping connectors, its really clean because you get all wires longer so you can hide them better and a fuse panel made for your application. __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62

12-29-2008, 02:39 PM	#6
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,520	Re: Universal wiring kits I just picked up an American Autowire system for 40 bucks off C.L. Better than the 40 year old junk under the dash!!! I also have an EZ wire harness. You will have no problem installing the system with your experience. __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

12-29-2008, 02:47 PM	#8
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,520	Re: Universal wiring kits Thanx TimE........the guy had a sweet 'burb he was re-doing and he knew what it takes to get rid of stuff...CHEAP PRICES!!!!! I laugh at people asking300 bucks for a carb that needs to be rebuilt or something. Did you hit that other zero by accident??? __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

12-29-2008, 03:44 PM	#9
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: Universal wiring kits PROTRASH 64, aint that the truth!! man some times you think they are selling new items, and not used. total rip offs, but every once in a while you get a score ! __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

12-29-2008, 10:08 PM	#11
zythen Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 35	Re: Universal wiring kits I too need to rewire my truck as I'm sure I broke one of the crusty old wires today and now I get no power to anything. Has anyone ever made their own block instead of buying one? CL got me a pretty nice deal on my truck, $950 for my C30 flatbed. Ran great until I messed with the wires today, they no longer have give in them, they're like bending copper pipe at this point. You can hear them cracking when you move them out of the way.

12-29-2008, 11:32 PM	#14
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12-29-2008, 11:54 PM	#15
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,240	Re: Universal wiring kits Guess you just got told Joe __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62

12-30-2008, 12:00 AM	#16
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: Universal wiring kits __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

12-30-2008, 12:09 AM	#17
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,240	Re: Universal wiring kits Ya anyways, Yeah that isn't a bad deal at all on that kit, ill have to remeber that place for the next project __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62



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