Wiring my 1930 Coupe

[Rex Smith]

I'm in the process of wiring my 1930 coupe. I can't seem to find any information that explains wire routing, where to put the clips, what kinds of clips to use, etc. I understand the wiring diagrams fine; I just don't know the details of how to properly install the wires in the car.
For instance, how do I secure the tail light crossover wire under the back of the car; what points does it attach to and with what clips, etc. Same for the cowl light, etc. thanks much

 

[BRENT in 10-uh-C]

The 3 wire clips that are used on the frame to secure the tail light harness are available in reproduction if you do not have any, and their location is on the lower chord of the left frame rail. The rear "cross-over" wire is aftermarket and most folks secure the wire to the rear body crossmember. The cowl lamp wire should be in a small woven loom and there is a special tab (available repro) that it runs through.

 

[Rex Smith]

Haven't heard the term "lower chord" before. Do you mean the bottom-most flange on the frame? Also, I do have an after market cross-over wire. Are you saying that original model A's did not have crossover wires? thanks much

 

[P.S.]

Originally, Model A's had only one tail light and therefore, no crossover cable because there was no light on the passenger side.

 

[1931 flamingo]

Majority (all?) A 's came with just LH tail lite. If wrong someone will correct me.
Paul in CT

 

[Rex Smith]

Only one tail light; interesting.

 

[CarlG]

Majority (all?) A 's came with just LH tail lite. If wrong someone will correct me.
Paul in CT

Except RHD cars, they had only a RH tail light.

 

[Mike V. Florida]

Majority (all?) A 's came with just LH tail lite. If wrong someone will correct me.
Paul in CT

That's correct, just one tail light.

 

[Farrell In Vancouver]

Late in production the dealers would install the extra lamp. I believe I saw instructions in the service bulletins. The wire can be clipped up anywhere its safe from harm and out of site.
When doing my coupe, I looked a how others had wiring routed, and the clips were just common sense. If the wire could hang or sag it got a clip to hold it up at that point.

 

[Brentwood Bob]

Look at the top edge of the sub frame, I used three clips.
Bob