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Hey Dan. It’s the little things that most people won’t see that set it off. Looks good.
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Finally started working on my wiring. I put it off, and put it off, but finally realized that it won't get done by itself. My harness wiring is completed, but I needed to get started on my fuse panel wiring. I'm using the AAW Classic Update kit. I labeled all wires with marker and painter's tape, so I knew where everything was going. Then I started removing the wires that I didn't think I'd need. I also re-pinned a lot of wires and relocated them where I wanted them in the harness. I hope this works out!
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Nice work as usual Dan.
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More work on the wiring. Got the AAW fuse box installed. Now it's time to make all the connections.
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I'm installing Dakota Digital RTX gauges, so I need to mount the main module. I'm also putting in a GPS module and OBDII interface (BIM-01-2). Instead of just shoving them under the dash I wanted to mount them neatly. My plan was to use the ABS firewall insulator from Quiet Ride Solutions as a mounting surface. The ABS is really sturdy, so it'll make a great mounting surface. I decided to use rivet nuts in the firewall insulator to mount the modules.
I started with the OBDII interface module by testing where I wanted it. Attachment 2001557 I then taped the firewall insulator in order to mark my holes for the rivet nuts. I couldn't see any pencil marks on the black firewall, so the painter's tape works great. Attachment 2001558 This is one of my rivet nut tools. This one is smaller and fits under the dash great. Attachment 2001559 First rivet nut is installed. Attachment 2001560 Both rivet nuts are in place and the BIM OBDII module installed. Stainless button heads used of course. Lol ;) Now I need to install the other modules. Attachment 2001561 |
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More Dakota Digital module mounting:
Put in a couple more rivet nuts to install the main control module. Attachment 2002338 More rivet nuts for the GPS module. Attachment 2002339 Installed the GPS-50-2 interface module. Attachment 2002340 Both interface modules installed. Attachment 2002341 |
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More wiring: So I bought a power distribution block on Amazon to use as a ground block. When it arrived, I didn't realize it was so big. I should have paid more attention to the size before I made the purchase.
Attachment 2004699 In order to use it I decided to cut it in half. I replaced the top bolt with a stud that I drilled and tapped into a raised section of the firewall, so it's thoroughly grounded. I confirmed the continuity with an ohm meter. Attachment 2004695 Connected all wire grounds to the bus bar. Attachment 2004696 Finished product. It worked out pretty well. Attachment 2004697 |
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Your just a head of me with wiring I'm finish up some work under the hood then start on wiring I will be fallowing your thread. where did you get the rivet nuts.
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I just read through your build, very impressive. I can tell you've put a lot of thought and planning into it and it shows!
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With the COVID-19 stay-at-home orders I've been pretty busy with the truck. I made up some lines to go between the Vintage Air evaporator and the bulkhead fittings located down inside the fresh air vent.
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More wiring updates: Instead of hard wiring my VA trinary switch, I decided to install a 4-way weather pack connector.
First weather pack pin installed. Attachment 2011761 Finished connector. Just in case I have to remove the trinary switch for some reason. Attachment 2011762 |
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I made up a couple of fuel lines for the supply and return from the Corvette style filter/regulator. I used PTFE tubing and the proper fittings. Not so sure I like how these fittings connect to the filter/regulator. I may change my mind on this.
This is the Wix 33100 filter/regulator. Attachment 2011767 Made a supply and return line for connection at my Walbro pump inside the Rick's tank. Attachment 2011768 I don't really care for all these connections on the filter/regulator. Attachment 2011769 |
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You are doing really nice work Dan. Super clean.
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Nice work on that weatherpak connector. On the fuel line fittings, there is a type of fitting that is supposed to be more secure than the the plastic clips - it's like a c-clip that keeps the fitting secured. I'm running the plastic clips and haven't had an issue though. If you're interested, Earl's (Holley) makes them: https://www.holley.com/products/plum...arts/751166ERL
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I didn't know those existed, that's pretty cool. I'll have to remember that when I replace mine someday.
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Worked on my upper radiator hose. I've been trying to find an off-the-shelf hose. I've tried a number of hoses, but have been unable to find anything that fits with my LS radiator. I ended up buying a 1-1/2" 45-degree hose piece and a 1-1/2" to 1-1/4" 45-degree piece. I put the one piece on the radiator and the other on the engine. With tape around each section, I marked the mating points. I then cut a 6" long piece of 1-1/2" diameter stainless steel tubing and put these together. I then used a Gates Power Grip, shrink clamp to hold the pieces together. Worked out pretty good.
Both hose sections were installed and the mating points were match-marked with tape and marker Attachment 2013903 I installed a 6" piece of 1-1/2" stainless steel tubing inside the hoses, keeping the match marks in line. Attachment 2013904 I used a Gates Power Grip shrink clamp to hold the two sections together. The shrink clamp part number is 32948. It fits 1-3/4" to 2" diameter. Attachment 2013905 Make sure that if you don't want to see the markings on the clamp that you clean them off before you heat shrink the clamp on. If you try to clean it afterwards, the lettering won't come off. Attachment 2013906 Final result fit perfectly! Attachment 2013907 |
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I saw those shrink clamps recently, they look nice. Carl at Vaporworks was using them on his 68 Camaro. Got my PWM fuel pump controller from him for the factory ZL1 fuel pump I am using in my build.
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What are you doing about the steam vent. Some guys are tying it into the upper hose.
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Wow I am going to look into those clamps. I am curious how they hold up to the pressure.
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