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[FONT="]Electrical[/FONT]
[FONT="]Fuel Gauge Tips: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=results/category_id=159/mode=cat/cat159.htm[/FONT]
[FONT="]Guides to 6 volt to 12 volt conversions: file:///home/jeffb2/Downloads/6%20volt%20electrical%20system%20conversion.pdf And also this: [/FONT][FONT="]https://darksidersrealm.forumotion....lt-positive-ground-to-12-volt-negative-ground[/FONT]
[FONT="]12 volt to 6 volt for your gauges:[/FONT]
[FONT="]http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=448038[/FONT]
[FONT="]One wire Alternators tech [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.rodauthority.com/tech-st...rs-are-they-better-or-just-easier-to-hook-up/[/FONT]
[FONT="]6 to 12 volt conversions and generator to alternator,this link refers to a 50's Chevy but almost everything can be modified and used on our Fords: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=689017[/FONT][FONT="] Lots of handy sources and part numbers are in the link.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Update from Watsons on relays,this is valuable info if you are going to rewire your Ford [/FONT][FONT="]https://watsons-streetworks.com/a-current-topic/[/FONT][FONT="] Many of us have added additional accessories and the original ignition switches are not up to handling the load before they fail also a common complaint is dim headlights even after a Halogen upgrade you will not believe the difference after adding the relays.The section "Current topics" covers relays.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Here you will find a chart regarding wire sizes pertaining to gauge and to the length of said wire.Many times we will install one wire alternators to eliminate under the hood wiring clutter there is a lot of BAD info out there stating to use a 10 gauge wire to the positive battery terminal from the alternator.Most parts houses will have the cables with to flat eye terminals like Ford uses off the starter solenoid these are usually available in 4 or 6 gauge for around $5-$6 use those for the most common 100 amp one wires.[/FONT][FONT="]http://www.motorcityreman.com/technical-info.html[/FONT]
[FONT="]When going to 12 volt this chart will convert bulb sizes for you: Post # 2 [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1213885-12volt-bulb-vs-6volt-bulb.html[/FONT]
[FONT="]easy to read stock wiring diagrams available from [/FONT][FONT="]www.classiccarwiring.com[/FONT]
[FONT="]Using the Mustang gauge regulator in our Fords: [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.cjponyparts.com/mustang...or-1967-1968-installation-instructions/a/357/[/FONT]
[FONT="]Wiring Tips: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.hotrodwires.com/how-to-ground-automotive-electrical-system.html[/FONT]
[FONT="]Six to 12 volt gauge wiring diagram.[/FONT]
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[FONT="]Brighter Headlights with relays: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/headlight-relay-installation.1054027/[/FONT][FONT="] Info on available headlights found here: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.underhoodservice.com/tech-tip-shedding-light-on-headlamps/[/FONT]
[FONT="]A little more on bulbs and lighting: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.rodauthority.com/tech-st...-term-testing-replacement-led-lamps-and-bulbs[/FONT][FONT="] Also useful tips on wiring: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.rodauthority.com/tech-st.../top-ten-wiring-tips-with-ron-francis-wiring/[/FONT]
[FONT="]This is how to use a OEM Ford switch with an Rebel or aftermarket harness:[/FONT][FONT="]https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum...ne-daily-driver.1027219/page-18#post-12641103[/FONT]
[FONT="]here is a picture of the 1952-54 switch.[/FONT]
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[FONT="]Top wire on right side is for 12 volts from the BAT on the ignition switch, the terminal under that is taillights. Moving to the left side the terminal at the top goes to the brake switch, middle terminal is parking lights, bottom terminal goes to the dimmer switch. The terminal next to the white block is the rheostat terminal for the dash lights.[/FONT]
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[FONT="]More from Rebel Wire: The 50's switch only has one battery terminal and the 9+3 kit only has one battery wire for the headlight switch. So the yellow headlight power wire goes to the "B" terminal of the switch, the larger circuits kits have the two wires (GM and late Fords) should you require a second wire just add a jumper wire off the BAT terminal. Shown in the picture here: [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum...ne-daily-driver.1027219/page-18#post-12641103[/FONT][FONT="] Post # 525[/FONT]
[FONT="]More Wiring Tips. [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.chevyhardcore.com/tech-stories/top-ten-wiring-tips-with-ron-francis-wiring/[/FONT]
[FONT="]A thread just posted on the main board from Rebel Wire that answers a lot of questions [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/rebel-wire-harness-diagrams-and-wiring-info.1120201/[/FONT]
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[FONT="]If you have done or will be doing a SBF swap you might find this handy to cut down on wiring clutter pretty much plug & play.[/FONT]
[FONT="]https://youtu.be/T7Hx0zKHOoc[/FONT]
[FONT="]Fuel Sender Tech [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.rodauthority.com/tech-s...xing-an-inaccurate-fuel-gauge-with-tanks-inc/[/FONT]
[FONT="]I am a firm believer in using relays,this video may help you too. [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.holley.com/blog/post/ho...583329736829801154238584952726197906810903041[/FONT]
[FONT="]Since cooling fans are often discussed here is some Tech from Spal about wiring. [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.fordmuscle.com/tech-sto...ces-for-wiring-automotive-fans-with-spal-usa/[/FONT]
[FONT="]Wiring tips[/FONT]
[FONT="]https://youtu.be/zt0BihY1s9Y[/FONT]
[FONT="]Fuel Gauge Tips: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=results/category_id=159/mode=cat/cat159.htm[/FONT]
[FONT="]Guides to 6 volt to 12 volt conversions: file:///home/jeffb2/Downloads/6%20volt%20electrical%20system%20conversion.pdf And also this: [/FONT][FONT="]https://darksidersrealm.forumotion....lt-positive-ground-to-12-volt-negative-ground[/FONT]
[FONT="]12 volt to 6 volt for your gauges:[/FONT]
[FONT="]http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=448038[/FONT]
[FONT="]One wire Alternators tech [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.rodauthority.com/tech-st...rs-are-they-better-or-just-easier-to-hook-up/[/FONT]
[FONT="]6 to 12 volt conversions and generator to alternator,this link refers to a 50's Chevy but almost everything can be modified and used on our Fords: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=689017[/FONT][FONT="] Lots of handy sources and part numbers are in the link.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Update from Watsons on relays,this is valuable info if you are going to rewire your Ford [/FONT][FONT="]https://watsons-streetworks.com/a-current-topic/[/FONT][FONT="] Many of us have added additional accessories and the original ignition switches are not up to handling the load before they fail also a common complaint is dim headlights even after a Halogen upgrade you will not believe the difference after adding the relays.The section "Current topics" covers relays.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Here you will find a chart regarding wire sizes pertaining to gauge and to the length of said wire.Many times we will install one wire alternators to eliminate under the hood wiring clutter there is a lot of BAD info out there stating to use a 10 gauge wire to the positive battery terminal from the alternator.Most parts houses will have the cables with to flat eye terminals like Ford uses off the starter solenoid these are usually available in 4 or 6 gauge for around $5-$6 use those for the most common 100 amp one wires.[/FONT][FONT="]http://www.motorcityreman.com/technical-info.html[/FONT]
[FONT="]When going to 12 volt this chart will convert bulb sizes for you: Post # 2 [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1213885-12volt-bulb-vs-6volt-bulb.html[/FONT]
[FONT="]easy to read stock wiring diagrams available from [/FONT][FONT="]www.classiccarwiring.com[/FONT]
[FONT="]Using the Mustang gauge regulator in our Fords: [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.cjponyparts.com/mustang...or-1967-1968-installation-instructions/a/357/[/FONT]
[FONT="]Wiring Tips: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.hotrodwires.com/how-to-ground-automotive-electrical-system.html[/FONT]
[FONT="]Six to 12 volt gauge wiring diagram.[/FONT]
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[FONT="]Brighter Headlights with relays: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/headlight-relay-installation.1054027/[/FONT][FONT="] Info on available headlights found here: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.underhoodservice.com/tech-tip-shedding-light-on-headlamps/[/FONT]
[FONT="]A little more on bulbs and lighting: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.rodauthority.com/tech-st...-term-testing-replacement-led-lamps-and-bulbs[/FONT][FONT="] Also useful tips on wiring: [/FONT][FONT="]http://www.rodauthority.com/tech-st.../top-ten-wiring-tips-with-ron-francis-wiring/[/FONT]
[FONT="]This is how to use a OEM Ford switch with an Rebel or aftermarket harness:[/FONT][FONT="]https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum...ne-daily-driver.1027219/page-18#post-12641103[/FONT]
[FONT="]here is a picture of the 1952-54 switch.[/FONT]
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[FONT="]Top wire on right side is for 12 volts from the BAT on the ignition switch, the terminal under that is taillights. Moving to the left side the terminal at the top goes to the brake switch, middle terminal is parking lights, bottom terminal goes to the dimmer switch. The terminal next to the white block is the rheostat terminal for the dash lights.[/FONT]
[FONT="]
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[FONT="]More from Rebel Wire: The 50's switch only has one battery terminal and the 9+3 kit only has one battery wire for the headlight switch. So the yellow headlight power wire goes to the "B" terminal of the switch, the larger circuits kits have the two wires (GM and late Fords) should you require a second wire just add a jumper wire off the BAT terminal. Shown in the picture here: [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum...ne-daily-driver.1027219/page-18#post-12641103[/FONT][FONT="] Post # 525[/FONT]
[FONT="]More Wiring Tips. [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.chevyhardcore.com/tech-stories/top-ten-wiring-tips-with-ron-francis-wiring/[/FONT]
[FONT="]A thread just posted on the main board from Rebel Wire that answers a lot of questions [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/rebel-wire-harness-diagrams-and-wiring-info.1120201/[/FONT]
[FONT="]
[FONT="]If you have done or will be doing a SBF swap you might find this handy to cut down on wiring clutter pretty much plug & play.[/FONT]
[FONT="]https://youtu.be/T7Hx0zKHOoc[/FONT]
[FONT="]Fuel Sender Tech [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.rodauthority.com/tech-s...xing-an-inaccurate-fuel-gauge-with-tanks-inc/[/FONT]
[FONT="]I am a firm believer in using relays,this video may help you too. [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.holley.com/blog/post/ho...583329736829801154238584952726197906810903041[/FONT]
[FONT="]Since cooling fans are often discussed here is some Tech from Spal about wiring. [/FONT][FONT="]https://www.fordmuscle.com/tech-sto...ces-for-wiring-automotive-fans-with-spal-usa/[/FONT]
[FONT="]Wiring tips[/FONT]
[FONT="]https://youtu.be/zt0BihY1s9Y[/FONT]