'76 Dash wiring project almost done - almost...
Thread Starter
Advanced
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 91
Likes: 0
From: FL
'76 Dash wiring project almost done - almost...
any day now..... annnny day...... annnnnnnnnnny day.....
- remember that old commercial (for FedEx, I believe)...
that's what it feels like but I'm getting there... New dash harness is mounted up -I've got the speedo/tach cluster wired up and back in place so far. Swapped in new bulbs, flasher relays, key ignition buzzer, headlight and ignition switch units for good measure.
Had to superglue the little white connector on the vent door back together and install some new insulation while I was under the gutted dash. Luckily no major rust issues underneath or on the windshield pillars (pretty amazing considering it's a Canadian car).
Movin' onto the center cluster later this week, time permitting. New cluster frame replaces the boogered one I pulled out and I've got a refreshed correct OEM am/fm stereo going in. Wish I had some extra $$ to spring for a working clock!
- remember that old commercial (for FedEx, I believe)...
that's what it feels like but I'm getting there... New dash harness is mounted up -I've got the speedo/tach cluster wired up and back in place so far. Swapped in new bulbs, flasher relays, key ignition buzzer, headlight and ignition switch units for good measure.
Had to superglue the little white connector on the vent door back together and install some new insulation while I was under the gutted dash. Luckily no major rust issues underneath or on the windshield pillars (pretty amazing considering it's a Canadian car).
Movin' onto the center cluster later this week, time permitting. New cluster frame replaces the boogered one I pulled out and I've got a refreshed correct OEM am/fm stereo going in. Wish I had some extra $$ to spring for a working clock!
Racer
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 260
Likes: 0
From: Wheaton Illinois
I had my whole dash out this winter looking for a short in the gauge circuit. I found a mouse had chewed a few wires. I pondered a new harness and decided to repair. My hats off to you, thats a lot of work.
As for a working clock. I envy mine. It keeps perfect time, but only when it feels like working.
Good luck.
As for a working clock. I envy mine. It keeps perfect time, but only when it feels like working.
Good luck.
!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 8,319
Likes: 7
From: Wilmington DE, Drive it like you stole it, 68 327 4 speed coupe
Originally Posted by 70sgeek
any day now..... annnny day...... annnnnnnnnnny day.....
- remember that old commercial (for FedEx, I believe)...
that's what it feels like but I'm getting there... New dash harness is mounted up -I've got the speedo/tach cluster wired up and back in place so far. Swapped in new bulbs, flasher relays, key ignition buzzer, headlight and ignition switch units for good measure.
Had to superglue the little white connector on the vent door back together and install some new insulation while I was under the gutted dash. Luckily no major rust issues underneath or on the windshield pillars (pretty amazing considering it's a Canadian car).
Movin' onto the center cluster later this week, time permitting. New cluster frame replaces the boogered one I pulled out and I've got a refreshed correct OEM am/fm stereo going in. Wish I had some extra $$ to spring for a working clock!
- remember that old commercial (for FedEx, I believe)...
that's what it feels like but I'm getting there... New dash harness is mounted up -I've got the speedo/tach cluster wired up and back in place so far. Swapped in new bulbs, flasher relays, key ignition buzzer, headlight and ignition switch units for good measure.
Had to superglue the little white connector on the vent door back together and install some new insulation while I was under the gutted dash. Luckily no major rust issues underneath or on the windshield pillars (pretty amazing considering it's a Canadian car).
Movin' onto the center cluster later this week, time permitting. New cluster frame replaces the boogered one I pulled out and I've got a refreshed correct OEM am/fm stereo going in. Wish I had some extra $$ to spring for a working clock!
Good for you my friend, you are going to be sooooo glad when you are done. This key to tlong life for old cars of any type. Plus 90% of any future electrical issues just said bye bye. Ill do mine this summer.
Cheers
tim
