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suville · 08-29-2017, 10:35 PM

What "boot or wiring protector would you recommend or what are you using to pass wiring from A pillar to door name, company, part number ?? Pics would be awsum ! 'Preciate ur input Thanks !

suville · 08-31-2017, 10:32 AM

Anyone ????

dfwright · 08-31-2017, 10:41 AM

If you search for "Door" and "Loom", you'll find a bunch of threads where folks have discussed wiring the door jambs.

Coley · 08-31-2017, 10:42 AM

You can find what you are looking for at McMaster-Carr Industrial supply....google this.
Then search under 'push-in grommets'.
After that, you need only pick the inner size/diamter you want or need and the thickness of the sheet metal...noting that the rubber grommets are pretty flexibile and will fit a lot more holes and thicknesses than just what is listed.
...all of this is assuming that the grommet is what you are after. If you are looking for a 'sleeve' or something like that....try searching for that on McMaster Carr because they probably have it.

Regardless...try McMaster Carr....they are a great professional/industrial company and ship very fast, I use them all the time.

(Also note that a lot of local 'NAPA' style auto parts stores have trays and drawers of this stuff available....they are worth checking out as well)

All good
Coley

beadblaster · 08-31-2017, 11:08 AM

Here is what I used.
Keep It Clean 10620 Door Loom Rubber Door Loom
Picture attached installed

68c10airstream · 08-31-2017, 10:14 PM

I didn't use anything. I hid my wiring on the outside of the upper hinge, and you can't see a thing with the door open. I forget it is even there. I think i have 4 or 6 wires going to my door locks. Been in there 10 years without a hickup. Nothing wrong with the loom, etc, but i like to hide as much of my mods as possible.

Mike C · 09-08-2017, 08:39 AM

I used grommets and just offset the holes about 3" between the pillar and door. Wire folds that way and stays clear of door.

But a neat solution using factory stuff would be 67-69 Camaro power window wiring boots.

novice · 01-31-2018, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68c10airstream

I didn't use anything. I hid my wiring on the outside of the upper hinge, and you can't see a thing with the door open. I forget it is even there. I think i have 4 or 6 wires going to my door locks. Been in there 10 years without a hickup. Nothing wrong with the loom, etc, but i like to hide as much of my mods as possible.

Do you have a picture of this by any chance?

68c10airstream · 01-31-2018, 10:06 PM

pm me your phone number and i will text you an image. Then i will try to get it off my phone to this thread. Real busy with the house from hell projects right now. Thanks for the interest. Good luck!!

weq92f · 01-31-2018, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68c10airstream

pm me your phone number and i will text you an image. Then i will try to get it off my phone to this thread. Real busy with the house from hell projects right now. Thanks for the interest. Good luck!!

I'm interested to see that as well!

-klb

Rufas · 01-31-2018, 11:19 PM

On my 70 GMC I used a product from Specially Power Windows called Flexible Stainless Steel Wire Conduits (FWC). I also have a set on my 1967 Cutlass since 2011 without issues. These are in available in 1/2 inch or 5/8 inch diameter. These can give you a very clean installation. They are also available with Aluminum Bushings (FWC-BA). These are not listed in their product line. You will find them under 'Support' on their website. If I remember correctly cost is around $50.

Specialty Power Windows is located in Forsyth, GA. They've been around for years.

elkniks · 02-01-2018, 01:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rufas

On my 70 GMC I used a product from Specially Power Windows called Flexible Stainless Steel Wire Conduits (FWC). I also have a set on my 1967 Cutlass since 2011 without issues. These are in available in 1/2 inch or 5/8 inch diameter. These can give you a very clean installation. They are also available with Aluminum Bushings (FWC-BA). These are not listed in their product line. You will find them under 'Support' on their website. If I remember correctly cost is around $50.

Specialty Power Windows is located in Forsyth, GA. They've been around for years.

X2. I installed these about 15 years ago. No problems. Only issue is the very light sound/vibration as spring slides in bushing. Mine are installed opposite of the photos above though. Mine slide in and out of the door.

08-29-2017, 10:35 PM	#1
suville Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Mtn. Home, Idaho Posts: 906	wiring from A pillar to door "boots" ? *What "boot or wiring protector would you recommend or what are you using to pass wiring from A pillar to door name, company, part number ?? Pics would be awsum ! 'Preciate ur input Thanks !*

08-31-2017, 10:32 AM	#2
suville Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Mtn. Home, Idaho Posts: 906	Re: wiring from A pillar to door "boots" ? *Anyone ????*

08-31-2017, 10:41 AM	#3
dfwright Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,374	Re: wiring from A pillar to door "boots" ? If you search for "Door" and "Loom", you'll find a bunch of threads where folks have discussed wiring the door jambs. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 LWB, 350/350 Deconstruction began 5/2009, mostly completed restoration, 5/2017

08-31-2017, 10:42 AM	#4
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: wiring from A pillar to door "boots" ? You can find what you are looking for at McMaster-Carr Industrial supply....google this. Then search under 'push-in grommets'. After that, you need only pick the inner size/diamter you want or need and the thickness of the sheet metal...noting that the rubber grommets are pretty flexibile and will fit a lot more holes and thicknesses than just what is listed. ...all of this is assuming that the grommet is what you are after. If you are looking for a 'sleeve' or something like that....try searching for that on McMaster Carr because they probably have it. Regardless...try McMaster Carr....they are a great professional/industrial company and ship very fast, I use them all the time. (Also note that a lot of local 'NAPA' style auto parts stores have trays and drawers of this stuff available....they are worth checking out as well) All good Coley __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500

08-31-2017, 11:08 AM	#5
beadblaster Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Grand forks,bc Posts: 141	Re: wiring from A pillar to door "boots" ? Here is what I used. Keep It Clean 10620 Door Loom Rubber Door Loom Picture attached installed Attached Images

08-31-2017, 10:14 PM	#6
68c10airstream Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Marquette michigan Posts: 828	Re: wiring from A pillar to door "boots" ? I didn't use anything. I hid my wiring on the outside of the upper hinge, and you can't see a thing with the door open. I forget it is even there. I think i have 4 or 6 wires going to my door locks. Been in there 10 years without a hickup. Nothing wrong with the loom, etc, but i like to hide as much of my mods as possible.

09-08-2017, 08:39 AM	#7
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,727	Re: wiring from A pillar to door "boots" ? I used grommets and just offset the holes about 3" between the pillar and door. Wire folds that way and stays clear of door. But a neat solution using factory stuff would be 67-69 Camaro power window wiring boots. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

01-31-2018, 10:06 PM	#9
68c10airstream Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Marquette michigan Posts: 828	Re: wiring from A pillar to door "boots" ? pm me your phone number and i will text you an image. Then i will try to get it off my phone to this thread. Real busy with the house from hell projects right now. Thanks for the interest. Good luck!!

01-31-2018, 11:19 PM	#11
Rufas Registered User Join Date: May 2016 Location: Fort Mohave, AZ Posts: 369	Re: wiring from A pillar to door "boots" ? On my 70 GMC I used a product from Specially Power Windows called Flexible Stainless Steel Wire Conduits (FWC). I also have a set on my 1967 Cutlass since 2011 without issues. These are in available in 1/2 inch or 5/8 inch diameter. These can give you a very clean installation. They are also available with Aluminum Bushings (FWC-BA). These are not listed in their product line. You will find them under 'Support' on their website. If I remember correctly cost is around $50. Specialty Power Windows is located in Forsyth, GA. They've been around for years. __________________ 1970 GMC 2500 700R Trans, RideTech 4 link rear suspension, air bagged on all four corners, factory upper/lower A-Arms, 2 inch drop spindles. 350 SBC 300hp Weiand Supercharger FiTech 30004 EFI



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