Thanks Jeff. I had a 70 but that was 36 years ago and I don't remember how many wires I had. Looking at the Haynes manual for early years, it agrees with what you are saying.
Thanks again,
Tom

Round 4 closed. Due to the lack of interest I will not be making any right now.
Tom

I hope to get that last kit installed soon. My wife finally let me off the chain. Geezy Cripes it took me 30 days to floor our downstairs but Now I'm back in her good graces with an extended time "kitchen pass".

@ Scott S...I have the same wire configuration on my 70. They changed the wires post 72 (I think) from 3 to 4 wire harness. I just used the largest connector that was supplied and with a little finess and solder, got mine to connect in the connection point that the largest wire would be on as diagramed. Although, I did have to increase my fuse to a 30amp to hold the load after popping a few. I tested it and discovered there was a 27 amp draw vs. 15. Its tested and tried, working perfect. I purposely went out driving with EVERY electrical component I could turn on. Nothing overloading, nothing hot.

I added a new thread on current measurements that would be good info for any of the fuse block kit buyers.
Link to thread http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...=188773&hl=
More fuse block test info: http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=192540
Tom

I'd like two of these when you make them again.

Jeff

I'd be in for two also.

Bump, to say I would be in for 1 if/when they are available ...

Dorman 85668 sold through summit racing for $3.95 A little wire and you can do it yourself. I mounted mine to the fire wall on a piece of nylon scrap. Car is wraped up or I would include pictures. Gordon

Del-city has those prices beat.
4 way fuse block - 73801 $2.71 ea.
6 way fuse block - 73803 $2.92 ea.
You can also order the heat shrink, terminal lugs, correct wire, nylon ties, sticky pads, battery connectors all from there. They have no idea about what size wire or fuses you will need. You have to figure that out for yourself. Then you can put it all together and test it to make sure you are doing things that will not come back to bite you later. I think I put in about 3 days of on/off research, including testing, to make sure I was providing a kit that would not only perform the job it is intended to do but would do so while remaining safe.
Looking at Summit's kits, I should be charging more. , nah, this was about providing a service to the club members at a reasonable price.
Tom

Tom- you should be charging more, as the kit is a life if not dream saver.

OT- my project has taken a backseat to unemployment again, so I can begrudgingly break open the shadow box on my wall of fame and remove my display case with Tom's kit if someone pays top dollar for it. Tom, what is it worth in Sterling?

Dave

Dave,
If I remember right, you have a 6-way with the soldered connectors. Summit's 7 way kits are $65.00 +. And, Summit doesn't do the soldering or crimping for you. So I would offer it for somewhere between what you paid and that. I know you are just kidding, me too.
Hope that new job gets you back on your schedule to complete your car.
Tom

Great thread and great info !!! I thank you guys for posting those Fuse Block part numbers from Summit and Del-City ......... I do try to buy from members who provide parts on here ...... as what they do saves time/effort and that is worth paying for ...

I won't be providing these kits any longer. I apologize to the members who have been waiting. Please feel free to use any info in the thread to help you come up with a fuse solution that meets your individual needs.
I PM'd those who requested one in the last year or so and I hope I remembered everyone.
Tom

Thanks for making these Tom! Glad I bought mine and installed it when I did. It has saved me from being a dumbass... twice!

you should know the one who's name implies the cover of a cow patty (liquid center) knows all.

Tom: You Saved my car from a fire with your kit. I'd pay 3x the amount for what you did for me. Members out shopping for a do it yourself kit don't see the quality of your kit or understand the value of what you have done for us. Thanks for being a great 914 vendor! Bill

What happens if you scare yourself half-to-death, twice?

Glad I got IBTL too. Thanks again, Tom.

Thanks! Mine has worked flawlessly since day one. It's nice having extra terminals to go to with accessories and no worries of fire. Glad I have one!

This sounds like something great to have on-board our teeners! I want one!
Is the parts list you had on page one of this thread still accurate to what you ended up producing in the kits you sold to members. I would love to try and re-create one for my car.

Thanks for your hard work and effort into this!

Glad to hear of the positive results from you guys! To think I was instrumental in saving a car is just fantastic. With so many weekend mechanics among us, I figured our cars could use a little help.
Here is a list of the fuse blocks and associated parts. You may be able to pick some of the things up locally and in smaller numbers.
fuse block 4 way - 73801
fuse block 6 way - 73803
wire, red, 12 ga GXL cross-link 100 ft. 4114101. You can get this in 25FT rolls also, but different number- see delcity site.
ATC fuse 15 amp 78155
ATC fuse 20 amp 78205
ATC fuse 25 amp 78255
ATC fuse 30 amp 78305
Black single wall heat shrink
3/16" 98030505
1/4" 98032505
1/2" 98033505
Female push on terminal 12-10 ga. (100 min) 193005
Ring terminal 1/4" stud 12-10 ga. (100 min) 453145
Please check the part numbers to make sure they haven't changed. All of these parts came from Delcity.com.
I didn't list all of the nylon ties and sticky pads as it seems a lot of folks don't use them.
If you decide to make up one of these for yourself, please use proper crimpers and secure the ends of the cables near the battery and fuse block to control vibration.
Tom
PS: does anyone know what post #166 means?

Bump so those interested may see.
Tom

Thanks Tom



P.S. found the permanent job. Moving to Ohio...