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Old Dec 1, 2021 | 03:30 PM
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Anybody have a simple diagram? Back up lights, switch, etc were removed before I purchased the car. I will probably end up rewiring the whole system, but if I can reuse any existing wiring it would be a help. Thanks
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Model year? 4 spd or auto?
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73, 4 speed. All the seat belt and door ajar parts are removed too. Basically planning on getting power from a switched source in the engine bay, Wire to the switch, then wire back to the lights. If I can reuse any wires from the trans back it would make the job a whole lot easier.
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Get a wiring diagram here to get started.

wordpress.keystonestatecorvetteclub.com/?page_id=118

Buy copies of the assembly and shop manuals before you dive in.
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I had thecsame problem. If you do not use the gm wiring diagram, be sure to draw your own diagram and label wire colors for future troubleshooting.
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Thanks.
I had a similar paper copy of the electrical system, much smaller font and smudged. hard to read. Have the other two manuals.
Good idea about making a diagram of new wiring. Hadn't thought of that.
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