<VV> VirtualVairs Digest, Vol 228, Issue 9

[sgeast at interlog.com]

Bryan

Look for Deustch Connectors they are modern buildable and environmentally
sealable.

Here's a source for wiring and connectors

www.Wirecare.com

Stan East


-----Original Message-----
Hi folks,

At this point this is somewhat a well-worn path in the Corvair world, I'm
going to replace the stock gauges in the '66 Corsa with aftermarket ones
(none of the stock gauges work except the gas and manifold).  There are some
fairly inexpensive gauges out there these days and I have a set of Seth's
adapter plates, so the fitment part should be pretty straightforward.  Where
I could use some guidance is on the wiring side.  I considered a couple
options, the smart thing seems to be just getting a bare plastic connector
and replacement terminals, then making a custom cluster harness that plugs
into the car.

 - Suggested suppliers for the connector/terminals?
 - I have a Paladin ratcheting crimper that has replaceable jaws, if anyone
can suggest what sort of crimping die I should use that would be helpful.

Right now I'm pretty settled on a GPS speedometer, Tach, Oil Temp and Press,
Volts, and Fuel.  I'd like Head temp but those are out of the budget for now
(and the car has a 110 in it).  What I may do is wire in an additional snap
switch for the left side so I have some warning even if it's just one side
that's getting cooked.

--Bryan