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  • Jerimiah K.
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    • October 18, 2009
    • 3

    1979 Restoration Question

    Hello all,

    I am new to restoring cars and recently purchased a 1979 Vette. The exterior of the car is in very good shape but the interior and electrical need a lot of work. I am having problems with shorts in the electrical system that are draining the battery when the car is off along with multiple other electrical irritants such as interior lights and switches not working properly.

    I was thinking of replacing the electrical wiring harness in the car. Is this recommended or do you think it would be easier to track down all of the problems one by one.

    Thanks,
    Jerry
  • David S.
    Very Frequent User
    • August 9, 2009
    • 595

    #2
    Re: 1979 Restoration Question

    Before replacing the wiring harness eliminate as much as you car. Check the alternator, voltage regular (although in 79 it might be part of the alternator); make sure you have a good battery, etc.

    -Dave

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    • Jerimiah K.
      Expired
      • October 18, 2009
      • 3

      #3
      Re: 1979 Restoration Question

      Good idea! Thanks David.

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      • Tom H.
        Extremely Frequent Poster
        • December 1, 1993
        • 3440

        #4
        Re: 1979 Restoration Question

        Welcome to our world !!!

        I agree with David. Eliminate all other sources of problems before replacing the harness.

        Is there any evidence of harness damage, splicing, or any non factory looking additions to the wiring ??? Maybe you can post your specific issues or problems one by one here and we can try to help.
        Tom Hendricks
        Proud Member NCRS #23758
        NCM Founding Member # 1143
        Corvette Department Manager and
        Specialist for 27 years at BUDS Chevrolet.

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