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Old Oct 15, 2007 | 05:35 PM
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Finally got the harness out today before the rain. I was looking it over and it's in pretty good shape. What I need your guys help with is,
should I refurbish the harness? - or should I suck it up and spend $850 bucks on a new one. I'm pretty good with electrical work and i've built wiring harnesses before.Thanks for any help or comments.




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Old Oct 15, 2007 | 05:41 PM
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oops. I just noticed this wasn't general.
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Replace it. The insulation and metal is at least 25 years old and things get brittle with exposure to the elements over time. Ever seen how well Corvettes burn?
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Replace it. The insulation and metal is at least 25 years old and things get brittle with exposure to the elements over time. Ever seen how well Corvettes burn?
IF YOU CAN AFFORD IT GET THE NEW ONE.
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Old Oct 16, 2007 | 02:54 AM
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I would say as long as the insulation isn't cracked or brittle and the connectors are in good shape, reuse it. You can make your own harness for much less than $850. Unless it's a show car then I would go with a new factory harness. It really depends on what you're gonna do with car, drive it or show it.
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