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Old Sep 29, 2025 | 11:48 PM
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Okay. So I need to reconnect this right here, so I can start the car again. I just got it, please have patience. Yes, I do plan of fully restoring this someday, but for now I'm stationed in Hawaii. Anything would help. I'm considering just by passing the entire thing and loading it with a lot of insulation.



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What year is your car? The black end (which is where the fusible links usually get cooked) looks like the starter extension harness. They are modular, and replaceable. 1979, for example::

https://www.zip-corvette.com/79-w-ac...w-aux-fan.html

Those are Delphi/Packard 56 series. Pins can be found at Amazon, separately, or in kits. I didn't see any 6-way connectors that match the corroded connector, but someone must have them.


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What year is your car? The black end (which is where the fusible links usually get cooked) looks like the starter extension harness. They are modular, and replaceable. 1979, for example::

https://www.zip-corvette.com/79-w-ac...w-aux-fan.html

Those are Delphi/Packard 56 series. Pins can be found at Amazon, separately, or in kits. I didn't see any 6-way connectors that match the corroded connector, but someone must have them.

I have a 1981. If you have recommendations from Amazon, that would be awesome. As well as insulation to be sure that this doesn't happen for a while. I intend to keep it. I'm only 24.
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The Male side (White) is Delphi #2977042
The FM side (Black is Delphi #2977044
Do a search on ebay with either part number and you can find both M & FM sold in sets...

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Great, helpful answers guys!
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Just checked Amazon for availability, both connector housings are available separately.
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