Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

CopperC10 · 09-07-2013, 04:35 PM

Help a brother out would ya... If you have any experience with harnesses I would appreciate your input. Looking for the easiest kit. The truck will have an E-fan and a nice stereo. Later maybe a/c and power windows. So far I've looked at EZ, GEM Street Rod, Ron Francis and Painless. Pros/Cons?

Lee H · 09-07-2013, 04:58 PM

I used American Auto Wire classic upgrade kit. Was not cheap but very easy and plenty of extra wires for upgrades. I would use them again as the need arises.
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sprint_9 · 09-07-2013, 05:54 PM

I have an American Autowire as well. Have not used it yet though. It looks pretty nice from what I can tell by just looking at it.
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CopperC10 · 09-07-2013, 06:58 PM

Wow that is the most complete kit I have seen. Thanks for the reply fella's.

So.Cal.Super · 09-07-2013, 07:31 PM

I have a kit from them i am installing now. the instructions are done amazing.

kSStamp0182 · 09-07-2013, 07:32 PM

put an AAW in my 82 as well. amazing quality overall. expensive tho, & youll need to rent or buy the crimper tools to do it right.

**Tom Vogel** · 09-07-2013, 08:57 PM

AAW Classic Update kit in mine. They deserve some kind of award for this kit... Amazingly well thought out, top quality.
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**truckdude239** · 09-07-2013, 11:28 PM

I used aaw american auto wire classic update kit best kit out there
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Zable49 · 09-08-2013, 12:24 AM

My buddy put this kit in. Haywire and he said that he really liked it.

Pole Kitty · 09-08-2013, 10:24 AM

I installed a Painless wiring kit p/n 10206 and it has everything you need. Had no problems hooking everything up. Comes prewired for stereo.

Tinkermc · 09-08-2013, 02:47 PM

you missed a heck of a chance for a real hot fire. glad you missed.

So.Cal.Super · 09-10-2013, 11:04 AM

copper what part of so cal are you in ?

Robznob11 · 09-10-2013, 02:16 PM

I have the ez wiring 21 circ kit and it is great, you get the quality for half the price. I only paid 150 and there is more wire than you will ever need labeled every 6", goog quality wire to boot. It has the basics like horn relay, flashers and colum/ head light plugs. The only thing is the directions are not overly helpful. They assume you know a little about wiring. But the important stuff is there. And lets face it wire that is labeled every 6" is hard to mess up. I just could not see an extra 150$+ of value in the other kits. Just my .02
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**Tom Vogel** · 09-10-2013, 03:33 PM

[QUOTE= I just could not see an extra 150$+ of value in the other kits. Just my .02
QUOTE]

If you got a look at the AAW, you would know why its more... honest. Im glad your kit worked well though!

Rochlow · 09-10-2013, 03:38 PM

I did a AAW kit as well. Well, worth the extra for me.

MARKDTN · 09-10-2013, 04:52 PM

'Lectric Limited and M&H are both good. I think both will do "upgrades" in the engine compartment like later alternator and HEI. I strongly recommend a factory harness for a basic build. If you go aftermarket Painless style you have to have patience and tools to do it right. You have to be willing to route and protect and find all the right ends to get a good product. By the time you do all that, you are much better off buying one that is done.

CopperC10 · 09-13-2013, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Pole Kitty

I installed a Painless wiring kit p/n 10206 and it has everything you need. Had no problems hooking everything up. Comes prewired for stereo.

Thanks for the photo looks clean..

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Originally Posted by Tinkermc

you missed a heck of a chance for a real hot fire. glad you missed.

Yes indeed. I was just cruising around town and at night in cool weather and thought I could get away with running a single efan without a relay. I was wrong. Even with the fan kicking on for 1 minute the fuse block heated up real quick.

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Originally Posted by So.Cal.Super

copper what part of so cal are you in ?

90745. Im in Carson near the 110fwy. Where are you?

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Originally Posted by Robznob11

I have the ez wiring 21 circ kit and it is great, you get the quality for half the price. I only paid 150 and there is more wire than you will ever need labeled every 6", goog quality wire to boot. It has the basics like horn relay, flashers and colum/ head light plugs. The only thing is the directions are not overly helpful. They assume you know a little about wiring. But the important stuff is there. And lets face it wire that is labeled every 6" is hard to mess up. I just could not see an extra 150$+ of value in the other kits. Just my .02
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At first I was considering a kit like this. But I like the idea of using the factory style firewall connector along with all the connectors already there.

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Originally Posted by MARKDTN

'Lectric Limited and M&H are both good. I think both will do "upgrades" in the engine compartment like later alternator and HEI. I strongly recommend a factory harness for a basic build. If you go aftermarket Painless style you have to have patience and tools to do it right. You have to be willing to route and protect and find all the right ends to get a good product. By the time you do all that, you are much better off buying one that is done.

I am also looking at this one also..

Thanks for the replies fella. Anyone else have anything to add??

So.Cal.Super · 09-18-2013, 07:50 PM

way further south 92020

hows the wiring research going?

09-07-2013, 04:35 PM	#1
CopperC10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: SoCal Posts: 21	Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? Help a brother out would ya... If you have any experience with harnesses I would appreciate your input. Looking for the easiest kit. The truck will have an E-fan and a nice stereo. Later maybe a/c and power windows. So far I've looked at EZ, GEM Street Rod, Ron Francis and Painless. Pros/Cons? __________________ 1968 C10 SWB. GM 350. TH400. 12 bolt. 3:08's Posi 2005 YukonXL 5.3L 4:10's

09-07-2013, 04:58 PM	#2
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,141	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? I used American Auto Wire classic upgrade kit. Was not cheap but very easy and plenty of extra wires for upgrades. I would use them again as the need arises. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

09-07-2013, 05:54 PM	#3
sprint_9 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: 9 Posts: 862	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? I have an American Autowire as well. Have not used it yet though. It looks pretty nice from what I can tell by just looking at it. Posted via Mobile Device

09-07-2013, 06:58 PM	#4
CopperC10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: SoCal Posts: 21	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? Wow that is the most complete kit I have seen. Thanks for the reply fella's. __________________ 1968 C10 SWB. GM 350. TH400. 12 bolt. 3:08's Posi 2005 YukonXL 5.3L 4:10's

09-07-2013, 07:31 PM	#5
So.Cal.Super It'll Buff Out! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 603	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? I have a kit from them i am installing now. the instructions are done amazing. __________________ "Instructions are just another mans opinion" Become a Supporting Member http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php Man Card Rules http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=634550 72 Chevy Cheyenne Super 400 LWB

09-07-2013, 07:32 PM	#6
kSStamp0182 LSX addict Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Tyler, Texas Posts: 262	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? put an AAW in my 82 as well. amazing quality overall. expensive tho, & youll need to rent or buy the crimper tools to do it right. __________________ -1982 C10 SWB GMC Sierra [undergoing 6.0/4L80E swap with mild restoration]

09-07-2013, 08:57 PM	#7
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,563	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? AAW Classic Update kit in mine. They deserve some kind of award for this kit... Amazingly well thought out, top quality. Posted via Mobile Device

09-07-2013, 11:28 PM	#8
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,230	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? I used aaw american auto wire classic update kit best kit out there Posted via Mobile Device __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

09-08-2013, 12:24 AM	#9
Zable49 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lacey, Wa Posts: 181	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? My buddy put this kit in. Haywire and he said that he really liked it. __________________ 1970 C20 Camper Special SBC350 / TH350 '84 C20 Front Disc Brakes/Control Arms

09-08-2013, 10:24 AM	#10
Pole Kitty Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 44	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? I installed a Painless wiring kit p/n 10206 and it has everything you need. Had no problems hooking everything up. Comes prewired for stereo. Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chevy shortbed fleetside Pro Street

09-08-2013, 02:47 PM	#11
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? you missed a heck of a chance for a real hot fire. glad you missed.

09-10-2013, 11:04 AM	#12
So.Cal.Super It'll Buff Out! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 603	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? copper what part of so cal are you in ? __________________ "Instructions are just another mans opinion" Become a Supporting Member http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php Man Card Rules http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=634550 72 Chevy Cheyenne Super 400 LWB

09-10-2013, 02:16 PM	#13
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? I have the ez wiring 21 circ kit and it is great, you get the quality for half the price. I only paid 150 and there is more wire than you will ever need labeled every 6", goog quality wire to boot. It has the basics like horn relay, flashers and colum/ head light plugs. The only thing is the directions are not overly helpful. They assume you know a little about wiring. But the important stuff is there. And lets face it wire that is labeled every 6" is hard to mess up. I just could not see an extra 150$+ of value in the other kits. Just my .02 Posted via Mobile Device __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

09-10-2013, 03:33 PM	#14
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,563	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? [QUOTE= I just could not see an extra 150$+ of value in the other kits. Just my .02 QUOTE] If you got a look at the AAW, you would know why its more... honest. Im glad your kit worked well though!

09-10-2013, 03:38 PM	#15
Rochlow Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: St. Albans, Vt Posts: 2,520	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? I did a AAW kit as well. Well, worth the extra for me. __________________ ///Relaxed Atmosphere



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09-10-2013, 04:52 PM	#16
MARKDTN Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 2,142	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? 'Lectric Limited and M&H are both good. I think both will do "upgrades" in the engine compartment like later alternator and HEI. I strongly recommend a factory harness for a basic build. If you go aftermarket Painless style you have to have patience and tools to do it right. You have to be willing to route and protect and find all the right ends to get a good product. By the time you do all that, you are much better off buying one that is done. __________________ '83 K20-TPI '73 C10 '79 C10-ex-diesel(SOLD) '07 Tahoe(Son driving) '14 Suburban-DD '71 C10-current project

09-18-2013, 07:50 PM	#18
So.Cal.Super It'll Buff Out! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 603	Re: Fuse block melted...Time to rewire...Which Harness though? way further south 92020 hows the wiring research going? __________________ "Instructions are just another mans opinion" Become a Supporting Member http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php Man Card Rules http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=634550 72 Chevy Cheyenne Super 400 LWB

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