General Electrical Forum

cdnpont · cdnpont

Having a little bit of trouble with my column switch, the little switch assembly is really fussy. To help troubleshoot I decided to actually figure out how that little mystery switch works, and what is what. Seeing as it's a hit and miss on the web, I created a diagram for us showing how the contact pins a...

cdnpont · cdnpont

I wanted to see my charging state on the 65 as I didn't install a voltmeter. I know Carl has done this before, and it's a good solution that covers both needs in a elegant way. The cigarette lighter is kind of redundant anyways. No idea on the parasitic drain it might put on the battery, but I'm assuming it'...

cdnpont · cdnpont

Anyone know what type of bulb does the newer super tach II take? I have that nice reproduction Pontiac dash tach from Brad (63gpman), and want to match the colour to my dashights, which are LED. Is it a T3 wedge? Thanks, Mark

bjburnout · bjburnout

https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/the-hack-mechanic/circling-the-drain-sussing-out-parasitic-drains-requires-a-multimeter-and-creative-sleuthing/?utm_source=SFMC&utm_medium=email&utm_content=MED_UN_NA_EML_UN_DailyDriver_Monday&hashed_...

66 Beau · 66 Beau

I was helping a friend get the collection of cars, trucks, tractors and whatever else ready for winter. Lifted the battery cover on a ?49 or ?50 Chev 1 ton to find this: I don?t recall ever even hearing of an 8 Volt system before. Is this a factory system?, or an after market cheater set-up to add a little...

Laurent63 · Laurent63

I plan to clean the fuse box of our 63 Lauretian with a wire brush and want to replace all the fuses. Our local auto electrician has the following fuses on offer: 2a, 3a, 5a, 10a, 15a, 20a, 25a, 30a (all in 6.3mm x 32mm 32V) Can I safely use these fuses ? and which fuse do I need for "instr"? I'm still looking fo...

GrtDanes · GrtDanes

Im looking for a shop or guy to wire up my car in the Niagara region.Anyone on here might know a place thanks.

68vert · 68vert

Had an odd issue happen with my recently acquired car when I went to change the oil. Ive kept battery reasonably charged (negative cable disconnected) by putting on my little trickle charger occasionally so when I went to start car after 3 months it started fine but I only let it idle long enough to warm...

cdnpont · cdnpont

So when I started up the 65, I had the gas gauge hooked up. No fuel in the tank. So when I fired it up, about 10 seconds in, I see a tiny wisp of smoke come up. Dash top is off, it was coming from the gas gauge. Now when I put the gauge in, I did notice that the little resistance winding board on the back looked a litt...

JC2+2 · JC2+2

I was looking through some spare parts of mine and come across a GM headlamp. Not a T3 but a Power Beam. Were these headlamps the dealer replacement for the T3s? The insignia in the middle looks like the Delco sign. Cant say Ive ever seen one. Always Sylvania or General Electric. When did Delco quit makin...

73SC · 73SC

Have you ever wanted to wring the neck of a friend? How about someone who stuffed a CD in your Corvette Delco Bose Gold series as his quick method for fixing your radio, oh there already was a CD in there? This rendered the radio, CD and cassette completely unusable. Luckily this "friend" was also a reti...

68vert · 68vert

Hi all, If I'm investing in a timing light light is it best I buy an advancing one? Will probably use very rarely but Wasnt sure if I should still spend the extra for the advancing feature especially as it would seem to benefit a novice mechanic? Also I dont currently have an MSD ignition but may conside...

cdnpont · cdnpont

Does anyone make replacement fuse contact terminals for the 60's style block? Mine are in tough shape. Rusted up pretty good, probably beyond redemption. No point in messing around with bad contacts at this point. The block is out now, so time to make it right. I think I have a 69 B Block that has very goo...

Canadian Poncho · Canadian Poncho

A friend of mine is having all kinds of wiring issues with his Porsche 914. While I might regret this, I offered to have a look at it once we get the all clear from this virus. While I have found companies that offer rebuild harnesses for his car, I also looked at a Painless kit but they want you to convert to F...

Cndnmale · Cndnmale

Hi Im having issues with electrical with my 63.the car starts oil light comes on on/off dash normal but have no lights anywhere.I have tested an power is going to all.Big issue I noticed when car off there is still power going to all lights an crazy thing is when I touch test light to dash I have power.I w...

danny06 · danny06

would any of u guys know someone that repairs clocks in westurn canada or seattle preferrably ?

Mike Ward MB · Mike Ward MB

Feel as though I should know this but, Ive got the original wiring harness installed in my Nova (mostly plugged in) and before connecting the wires to my alternator, I put an ohm meter between the battery lead and ground. It read 140 ohms. Was I wrong to expect an infinity reading?

cdnpont · cdnpont

If you are looking for correct, old spring type battery cables for your 60's GM. Here they are. These are pricey for sure, but are as close as you'll probably get to being correct for our cars. I bought a Positive, Negative and a ground strap kit for my 65. I hate ugly wiring. Especially ugly battery cabl...

bjburnout · bjburnout

When these were only a dollar we never thought of repair. But some are charging $10 and $15 for these today...YIKES!! http://www.tpocr.com/DR1911095.html In case the link disappears Delco Remy 1911095 Condenser Rebuild The discrepancy: The wire terminal on the generator armature lug of m...

timbuk · timbuk

hey guys my 65 gmc 4x4 is on a 85 frame with dual 85 tanks and they are hooked uo to the 65 gmc guage im told the 65 guage works off to 30 ohms and the 85 tanks are to 90 ohms how does a guy rectify this? feel free to crack a joke on my threads guys have a gas tanks a lot!

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	Voltmeter/charger dash trinket ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I wanted to see my charging state on the 65 as I didn't install a voltmeter. I know Carl has done this before, and it's a good solution that covers both needs in a elegant way. The cigarette lighter is kind of redundant anyways. No idea on the parasitic drain it might put on the battery, but I'm assuming it'...	cdnpont	35	414	October 22nd by 68vert
	Newer Sun Super Tach II. What bulb? (Preview) Anyone know what type of bulb does the newer super tach II take? I have that nice reproduction Pontiac dash tach from Brad (63gpman), and want to match the colour to my dashights, which are LED. Is it a T3 wedge? Thanks, Mark	cdnpont	1	117	October 19th by 65Camino
	Parasitic drain (Preview) https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/the-hack-mechanic/circling-the-drain-sussing-out-parasitic-drains-requires-a-multimeter-and-creative-sleuthing/?utm_source=SFMC&utm_medium=email&utm_content=MED_UN_NA_EML_UN_DailyDriver_Monday&hashed_...	bjburnout	1	131	October 19th by Canadian Poncho
	8 Volt System?? (Preview) I was helping a friend get the collection of cars, trucks, tractors and whatever else ready for winter. Lifted the battery cover on a ?49 or ?50 Chev 1 ton to find this: I don?t recall ever even hearing of an 8 Volt system before. Is this a factory system?, or an after market cheater set-up to add a little...	66 Beau	7	190	October 17th by OURWAGON
	Fuses for 63 Laurentian ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I plan to clean the fuse box of our 63 Lauretian with a wire brush and want to replace all the fuses. Our local auto electrician has the following fuses on offer: 2a, 3a, 5a, 10a, 15a, 20a, 25a, 30a (all in 6.3mm x 32mm 32V) Can I safely use these fuses ? and which fuse do I need for "instr"? I'm still looking fo...	Laurent63	37	740	September 1st by Pontiacanada
	Shop (Preview) Im looking for a shop or guy to wire up my car in the Niagara region.Anyone on here might know a place thanks.	GrtDanes	18	886	Apr 1, 2021 by pontiax

	Is there a thermal reset that would cause odd starting problem? (Preview) Had an odd issue happen with my recently acquired car when I went to change the oil. Ive kept battery reasonably charged (negative cable disconnected) by putting on my little trickle charger occasionally so when I went to start car after 3 months it started fine but I only let it idle long enough to warm...	68vert	5	373	Mar 24, 2021 by DonSSDD
	Gas gauge 65. A little concern. (Preview) So when I started up the 65, I had the gas gauge hooked up. No fuel in the tank. So when I fired it up, about 10 seconds in, I see a tiny wisp of smoke come up. Dash top is off, it was coming from the gas gauge. Now when I put the gauge in, I did notice that the little resistance winding board on the back looked a litt...	cdnpont	10	708	Oct 21, 2020 by cdnpont
	GM Power Beam Headlamp (Preview) I was looking through some spare parts of mine and come across a GM headlamp. Not a T3 but a Power Beam. Were these headlamps the dealer replacement for the T3s? The insignia in the middle looks like the Delco sign. Cant say Ive ever seen one. Always Sylvania or General Electric. When did Delco quit makin...	JC2+2	9	1325	Aug 20, 2020 by unruhjonny
	Radio issues ? I may have a high quality cost effective solution for you. Clusters too! (Preview) Have you ever wanted to wring the neck of a friend? How about someone who stuffed a CD in your Corvette Delco Bose Gold series as his quick method for fixing your radio, oh there already was a CD in there? This rendered the radio, CD and cassette completely unusable. Luckily this "friend" was also a reti...	73SC	10	1058	Jun 1, 2020 by unruhjonny
	Standard or advance timing light purchase suggestions (Preview) Hi all, If I'm investing in a timing light light is it best I buy an advancing one? Will probably use very rarely but Wasnt sure if I should still spend the extra for the advancing feature especially as it would seem to benefit a novice mechanic? Also I dont currently have an MSD ignition but may conside...	68vert	8	719	May 8, 2020 by pontiax
	65 B Body fuseblock. Questions and rusted terminal repair. ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Does anyone make replacement fuse contact terminals for the 60's style block? Mine are in tough shape. Rusted up pretty good, probably beyond redemption. No point in messing around with bad contacts at this point. The block is out now, so time to make it right. I think I have a 69 B Block that has very goo...	cdnpont	30	1834	Apr 17, 2020 by cdnpont
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	Power everywhere but nothing works. (Preview) Hi Im having issues with electrical with my 63.the car starts oil light comes on on/off dash normal but have no lights anywhere.I have tested an power is going to all.Big issue I noticed when car off there is still power going to all lights an crazy thing is when I touch test light to dash I have power.I w...	Cndnmale	6	1120	Aug 16, 2019 by 73SC
	1969 parisienne clock (Preview) would any of u guys know someone that repairs clocks in westurn canada or seattle preferrably ?	danny06	17	1142	Jul 24, 2019 by ABC123
	Wiring Question (Preview) Feel as though I should know this but, Ive got the original wiring harness installed in my Nova (mostly plugged in) and before connecting the wires to my alternator, I put an ohm meter between the battery lead and ground. It read 140 ohms. Was I wrong to expect an infinity reading?	Mike Ward MB	4	871	Jun 28, 2019 by Mike Ward MB
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	Repairing A Delco Remy Condenser (Preview) When these were only a dollar we never thought of repair. But some are charging $10 and $15 for these today...YIKES!! http://www.tpocr.com/DR1911095.html In case the link disappears Delco Remy 1911095 Condenser Rebuild The discrepancy: The wire terminal on the generator armature lug of m...	bjburnout	5	1134	Apr 17, 2019 by long stroke
	gas gauge question (Preview) hey guys my 65 gmc 4x4 is on a 85 frame with dual 85 tanks and they are hooked uo to the 65 gmc guage im told the 65 guage works off to 30 ohms and the 85 tanks are to 90 ohms how does a guy rectify this? feel free to crack a joke on my threads guys have a gas tanks a lot!	timbuk	11	2237	Mar 23, 2019 by timbuk
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