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07-22-2008, 10:07 AM
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engine wiring, fuse panl help!!!
So last night Im driving home from work and the truck just shuts down. I pull over and try to restart...nothing. I thought it was vapor locking but after playing with a wire at the fuse panel it started again.
This morning I popped the hood and grabbed the wire and it came out of the fuse panel....and now I dont know how to reattach it, Im afraid there is not an easy way....need help fast as I need to drive home from work tonight  The wire runs to the starter, then back to the distributor. The truck will "fire" but not stay running. This is on a 68', not that is probably matters but the fuse panel may be different between years, not sure. The truck has the stock 327 with an HEI... where the wire needs to go  wire "pushed" into location but not secure  the truck has obviously had some hack wiring done, looks like I need to look into some new stuff...any recommendations??? Last edited by hollywood68; 07-22-2008 at 10:25 AM. |
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07-22-2008, 12:52 PM
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Re: engine wiring, fuse panl help!!!
would a harness such as the one below replace the fuse panel on the firewall or is it wires only?
Who makes a good engine harness? I would prefer to go with a site vendor if possible but wiring is not my area of expertise... any help GREATLY appreciated |
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07-22-2008, 12:52 PM
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Re: engine wiring, fuse panl help!!!
sorry for the double post, cant delete the last one and forgot the link...
would a harness such as the one below replace the fuse panel on the firewall or is it wires only? Who makes a good engine harness? I would prefer to go with a site vendor if possible but wiring is not my area of expertise... http://www.classicheartbeat.com/Elec...%20harness.htm any help GREATLY appreciated Last edited by hollywood68; 07-22-2008 at 12:53 PM. |
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07-22-2008, 05:31 PM
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Re: engine wiring, fuse panl help!!!
Hollywood,I can't tell you about a new harness but I can maybe help you get solid while you are figuring out what to do.I got info from a FAQ post by member "shifty" on installing an HEI.He gave NAPA part #'s for the terminal pieces.You can unbolt the plug from the firewall and use a small screwdriver to remove the existing terminal.Then use a new terminal and crimp the wire.You can then push the crimped terminal back into the plug to fix your problem.This should get you going but the harness does look like it needs replcement.
Here's a link to "shifty's" thread with part #'s and instructions which should help. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=148346 I realize it is for a 6 cyl. but part # etc should be the same.It will not fix the bad harness but will get you home.
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07-22-2008, 06:08 PM
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Re: engine wiring, fuse panl help!!!
wow, thanks a ton. That gives me exactly what I need. Replacing the harness is in the plans but to get it fixed for now that is perfect.
now who makes a quality replacement engine harness? The temp fix is good, but I drive the truck daily, so a new harness has jumped up high on my list of parts to replace... |
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07-22-2008, 08:09 PM
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I am a Referee of life.
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Re: engine wiring, fuse panl help!!!
Try BB vendor Tim Christian.He will not have one in stock but can order one for your application.I have bought lots of stuff from Tim and he is a stand up guy and a stand behind what he sells vendor.
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The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil" |
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07-22-2008, 08:48 PM
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Re: engine wiring, fuse panl help!!!
Thanks everyone, ran the wire in the cab and hooked it up to the last spare keyed 12V, and we are in business.
The bad news is every single wire going into the engine harness is held in with silicone....not good. Time to order a harness and fix this mess. |
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07-22-2008, 11:08 PM
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Re: engine wiring, fuse panl help!!!
GMC pauls carries a really good harness, made by M&H I think. I got one for my 72 and it fits and looks great!!
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