keiser31 Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 (edited) FINALLY!!! I just got my new wiring harness for my '31 Dodge Brothers coupe! Now the fun begins....If anyone out there has gotten a new wiring harness and has any installation tips, I would love to hear them. It looks pretty straightforward, but a person can always use advice from someone who has installed one. Thanks. John Edited November 26, 2013 by keiser31 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotts_DG8 Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 John,That's great news, I had a feeling it was going to be arriving soon. You know if I were there we'd have that installed in no time. Just lay it all out and confirm what harness go where, obviously take your time and you should have no problem getting it all done. I am curious though as there is probably a wire that goes to your dome light and am trying to think how you're going to install that behind the trim, that could be a challenge. Great news though. Scott... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhigdog Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 Their wiring instructions/schematic may be a bit different than what you expected or are used to but once you get on to it you will find them amazingly straight forward and simple. BTW, if you need help or have questions I found them to be very easy to deal with. Enjoy...............Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted November 26, 2013 Author Share Posted November 26, 2013 John,That's great news, I had a feeling it was going to be arriving soon. You know if I were there we'd have that installed in no time. Just lay it all out and confirm what harness go where, obviously take your time and you should have no problem getting it all done. I am curious though as there is probably a wire that goes to your dome light and am trying to think how you're going to install that behind the trim, that could be a challenge. Great news though. Scott...#1- The business coupe did not come with a dome light although I have one to put in from a deluxe coupe. #2- The car has no interior trim so it will be very easy to install that wire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willys77 Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 (edited) Congrats on receiving that "new" Dodge harness, John. One step closer to Cruising, EH!!!! What vendor did you use? Did / do you have to use any of the old sockets, clips, clamps etc. from the old harness? Thanks for the post. Keep us updated!Post Script: You should have probably ordered TWO!!! One for each, huh? Edited November 28, 2013 by Willys77 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted November 28, 2013 Author Share Posted November 28, 2013 Congrats on receiving that "new" Dodge harness, John. One step closer to Cruising, EH!!!! What vendor did you use? Did / do you have to use any of the old sockets, clips, clamps etc. from the old harness? Thanks for the post. Keep us updated!Post Script: You should have probably ordered TWO!!! One for each, huh?I used Rhode Island Wiring Service. Yes, I was going to order two because I was feeling rich after I sold my A100 pickup, but then I realized that I am still workless and will have other bills to pay. I do have a few of some of the original clips, sockets and wiring, but not much. Most of it had been replaced a while back and not very well done as witnessed by the dash fire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlbluz Posted December 2, 2013 Share Posted December 2, 2013 I'm very interested in your install also. Had my '38 Plymouth out at a show that ran late and needed headlights. After about a minute I smelled something getting hot. Looks like that 75 year old wire has shorted out somewhere. I am looking at Rhode Island Wiring for the replacement. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted December 2, 2013 Author Share Posted December 2, 2013 I'm very interested in your install also. Had my '38 Plymouth out at a show that ran late and needed headlights. After about a minute I smelled something getting hot. Looks like that 75 year old wire has shorted out somewhere. I am looking at Rhode Island Wiring for the replacement. GregI am anxious to start in on the installation. The weather all of a sudden got colder (Murphy's law), and I really want to install the harness while it is pliable from the warm weather. I will be documenting the event as I go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9 Posted December 2, 2013 Share Posted December 2, 2013 I'm very interested in your install also. Had my '38 Plymouth out at a show that ran late and needed headlights. After about a minute I smelled something getting hot. Looks like that 75 year old wire has shorted out somewhere. I am looking at Rhode Island Wiring for the replacement. GregI bought my harness from RI wiring also. Fits and works perfect. I highly recommend them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Zimmermann Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 When I replaced the engine wiring from my '57 Brougham, I first put masking tape on the connectors writing down the location or consumer:Then I took the old wiring out, doing many pictures because it was a tad more complex than a one from the thirties.Then, I compared both to be sure there was no error into the new wiring. Indeed, I found some errors but usually after it was installed, like here a wire too short or there the wrong connector.I don't remember when I did the job; 15 to 18°C is not bad for that. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted December 3, 2013 Author Share Posted December 3, 2013 Roger....that is precisely the way I will tackle the task of the installation. I really appreciate all of the helpful hints and tips. Thanks folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Zimmermann Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 You are welcome! I just don't know why my picture is not coming as a thumbnail...Same on my own topic. The mystery of electronics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junkyardjeff Posted December 15, 2013 Share Posted December 15, 2013 I would like to see how it goes,I am thinking about going back to a more correct cloth covered wiring harness for my 37 Chevy p/u but since its not all original will probably have to make my own harness again. I like having more modern quick disconnects over what they originally had to make servicing a little easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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