Re: Race Car wiring
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08/02/21 11:45 AM
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I use kind of a mix of Metripack and weatherpack. I haven't had any issues yet. My fan plug can be questionable but it plugs directly into the fan and its a cheapo deal so I don't fault the connector.
I think the flagship is the Deutsh(spelling) connectors. They can get expensive and the good crimping tools can also be expensive.
68 Barracuda Formula S 340
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Re: Race Car wiring
[Re: Bad340fish]
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08/02/21 12:33 PM
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I used Deutsch connectors where ever possible on my Road Runner. So much nicer than Weather pack, or metri pack connectors. I have access to all three at work. I save all the connectors when we scrap out machines, and just buy new pins for them.
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68 Road Runner
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Re: Race Car wiring
[Re: JERICOGTX]
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08/02/21 01:21 PM
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CMcAllister
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30 amps is a bunch, for anything other than a starter on a race car. Weatherpacks are made for up to 10-12 gauge which should handle 30A fine. Is the motor a problem? Never seen one even half that. I've never had a hint of a problem with the Weatherpack stuff..
Is that one fan or multiples? On multiples, I use a separate relay and wiring for each motor.
If the results don't match the theory, change the theory.
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Re: Race Car wiring
[Re: Dragula]
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08/02/21 03:32 PM
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Try splitting the grounds to individuals all the way to the stud, chassis, buss or whatever the main ground is.
If the results don't match the theory, change the theory.
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Re: Race Car wiring
[Re: FastmOp]
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08/02/21 10:41 PM
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My fan is close to 40 amps and I use a #10 wire and the correct matching pins in a weatherpak connector. Absolutely no issues. I suspect that you either had a bad crimp or undersized wiring or pins.
67 Coronet 500 9.610 @ 139.20 mph 67 Coronet 500 (street car) 14.82 @ 94 mph 69 GTX (clone) - build in progress......
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Re: Race Car wiring
[Re: JERICOGTX]
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08/03/21 01:47 PM
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I used Deutsch connectors where ever possible on my Road Runner. So much nicer than Weather pack, or metri pack connectors. i like the Deutsch connectors as well. just make sure you have a quality tool to crimp them with. as has also been stated, sometimes you need to use an un-insulated spade, ring, or pin. i like to use the ones that are tin plated, but i have also used bare copper as well. when using shrink tubing, i have now started to use the marine grade, which has a sealer glue inside. just seems like an extra measure of keeping a good connection between the wire and the terminal. ![beer beer](/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/custom/beer.gif)
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Re: Race Car wiring
[Re: JERICOGTX]
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08/04/21 09:11 AM
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I used Deutsch connectors where ever possible on my Road Runner. So much nicer than Weather pack, or metri pack connectors. I have access to all three at work. I save all the connectors when we scrap out machines, and just buy new pins for them. x2!
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Re: Race Car wiring
[Re: HardcoreB]
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08/05/21 12:35 PM
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I used Deutsch connectors where ever possible on my Road Runner. So much nicer than Weather pack, or metri pack connectors. I have access to all three at work. I save all the connectors when we scrap out machines, and just buy new pins for them. x2! I was wondering if I should switch....I have a pile of weather pack connectors though. Also, what wire labler & lables are you all using?
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Re: Race Car wiring
[Re: HardcoreB]
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08/05/21 09:12 PM
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What are Deutsch connectors, brand or type? How about a picture of them please ![luck luck](/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/custom/luck.gif)
Mr.Cab Racing and winning with Mopars since 1964. (Old F--t, Huh)
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Re: Race Car wiring
[Re: kwikblownhemi]
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08/06/21 02:10 AM
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The problem with Deutsch right now is in stock availability, like so much other stuff these days.
If the results don't match the theory, change the theory.
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Re: Race Car wiring
[Re: VernMotor]
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08/07/21 01:36 AM
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I'm glad I ask and you guys help me see what they make, Thanks a lot ![bow bow](/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/custom/bow.gif) Nice looking parts ![up up](/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/custom/thumbs_up.gif) I'm use to 3M brand Scotchlock connectors and the local parts store inventory on ends.
Mr.Cab Racing and winning with Mopars since 1964. (Old F--t, Huh)
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Re: Race Car wiring
[Re: moparx]
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08/07/21 01:14 PM
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I worked for a telephone company for 33 yrs, those Scotchlok type connectors are used in that industry, insert the wires and pushdown the lock in plug ![wrench wrench](/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/custom/wrench.gif) 3M catered to that industry, we mainly use wire gauge from 19 to 26 gauge depending on how far the customer was from the central office ![shruggy shruggy](/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/custom/shruggy.gif) One time use only also ![shruggy shruggy](/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/custom/shruggy.gif)
Mr.Cab Racing and winning with Mopars since 1964. (Old F--t, Huh)
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