I am in the process of rewiring my 1973 Stock SBC 4 Speed. I am upgrading the engine to a Real Street 427 SBC from Scott Shafirioff, powermaster starter, MSD 6AL, MSD tach drive distributer, 1 78" ARH from Sal, a APT 4 speed Tremec TKX from Russ, Vintage Air to a non air car, MAM Electric window conversion, HydraBoost from JIm @ Hydratech, Electric Headlight door actuator conversion & a DeWitts radiator with a brushless fan. A mouthful to say the least. I had purchased all new Lectric limited stock wiring harnesses prior to deciding to upgrade of these worn out parts. I suffered a medical setback and decided if not now when? The car is part of my family and my daughter told me to never sell it so here I am. Just finished dialing in my McLeod RST race balanced clutch assy, QuickTime bell housing to the new motor. Perfecto!! As you can see from the parts list, I try to purchase the parts recommend by many forum members. I picked Scotts boys to build the engine as they were recommend to me from a buddy. After talking to Vinny, I knew I was in good hands.

SO, I am now looking to integrate all of these components into the electrical system. Of course this ground has been plowed but many however I am a bit of neat freak when it comes to wiring. I purchased all new "0" Gauge Battery wires. I installed new thicker grounding straps. I upgraded my wire from the starter to the alternator to 6 gauge. I would like to purchase the Holley mid mount serpentine belt system however the one wire alternator has given me pause. Most of you are against for the way the operate. What I really asking for is advise to integrating all of these components is a neat, safe and maintainable manner. I have searched hi and low for pictures on the web and there are a lot of cars out there with Rube Goldberg wiring and they will soon catch on fire. I don't post much on this site but I have been a Vette owner on and off for 48 years. This car has been with me since 1987 and I drove it every day till the clock hit about 180K Miles. Always started when I needed it to. I am retired and have time to do this right. I have been member of the forum for a long time and start here when I need to learn something. I learned from Lars many years ago about how to use a vacuum gauge to set timing and many other of his recommendations. I have darn near every manual written for the C3. So if you are inclined to guide me, I will listen. I did purchase a 6 relay bank from Daiertek for future use. I have all the weather tight connectors, wiring and the proper tools to do this right. I just need some picture and advise on how to best proceed. The engine is still out, the firewall and engine bay is restored and painted. The wiring harnesses are installed and have been modified to removed any wires not needed, (old heater system, TCS, etc.) Thanks for listening my fellow Vette Loyalists. V/r, Len

 

Fellow Vette Lovers, any ideas on how to best integrate all of these components from a wiring perspective?