Re: New Complete Wire Harness

Posted by Fish'n Jim On 2021/11/14 10:36:02
Packard or the time period didn't follow good practice on electrical diagrams, as it didn't list the wire gauge*. That's pretty much industry standard later in the '50s. The color is noted.
Personally, I don't have any problem making my own, but not everyone has the tools or time. These are the old style wrapped rubber core wires, and if you want that, then it's much more difficult. Making yourself, you're going to have a pile of money in wire at today's prices. Things are hard to come by right now, also. If you're doing just one then maybe better to buy it.
No reason to up gauge 6V unless you're trying to optimize the cost - do not down gauge! Eg: you need 10' of purple 18 ga - have to buy a 100' roll, but have enough 14 or 16 left over. The connectors will change, so may not fit in the space provided.
These are pretty much Packard Electric connectors so should not be an issue obtaining. Still around.
* - FYI;the new wire gauge standards allow slightly smaller wire than what was the standard at this time. It'll still carry the amps, but the overamp margin maybe less.

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