57 Panel "FAKMLC" build

[FAKKY]

Originally Posted by joedoh

you would only use the indicator wires for each side and then wire the column as a single bulb setup, you only use the brake wire if you have the column wired that way and again, only if you have separate bulbs.

the reverse lights run through a reverse switch on the trans.

if you replaced the lights, you would still have the same wiring decision to make, it would be a lateral move. regarding the colors, for whatever reason, aftermarket lights seem to follow a different, non intuitive wire color scheme

The wiring through the column is pretty much as shown in this diagram.


So I assume i then run the following wires to the two positive (black) you mentioned.

• left rear turn
• left tail park

Ground the 1 wire on drivers side.

Then repeat for Right (passenger side).


If thats right ....... my question would be ..... the reverse light wires of the transmission - do they "plug/splice" into these wires also ..... or do I buuy seperate backup lights and mount them and wire to those.

thx

[joedoh]

Originally Posted by FAKKY

The wiring through the column is pretty much as shown in this diagram.


So I assume i then run the following wires to the two positive (black) you mentioned.

• left rear turn
• left tail park

Ground the 1 wire on drivers side.

Then repeat for Right (passenger side).


If thats right ....... my question would be ..... the reverse light wires of the transmission - do they "plug/splice" into these wires also ..... or do I buuy seperate backup lights and mount them and wire to those.

thx

yep you have it right so far.

as for the reverse lights, they dont plug or splice into those wires, only the brake/turn wire comes from the column. the park light wire comes from the headlight switch and the reverse light wire comes from the trans direct to the reverse lights you buy and install.

[FAKKY]

Originally Posted by joedoh

yep you have it right so far.

as for the reverse lights, they dont plug or splice into those wires, only the brake/turn wire comes from the column. the park light wire comes from the headlight switch and the reverse light wire comes from the trans direct to the reverse lights you buy and install.

Got it - that makes sense.
What do people usually do for these trucks - required for reverse lights ?

Guess whatever you want ......
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/c...RoCNawQAvD_BwE


thanks

[joedoh]

if you want a stylish one, that looks nice. if I ever put one on I will get an LED fog light and install it under the bed so its mostly invisible when off but looks like a blinding portal to heaven when I need to back up.

where I live though the LED tail lights do a great job of lighting things up behind me.

[FAKKY]

Originally Posted by joedoh

if you want a stylish one, that looks nice. if I ever put one on I will get an LED fog light and install it under the bed so its mostly invisible when off but looks like a blinding portal to heaven when I need to back up.

where I live though the LED tail lights do a great job of lighting things up behind me.

Good tip --- I have a few LED lights around and they are cheap

Last electrical question for the weekend .....

Is this how most people wire their harness to their ignition (with proper soldered/crimped connects of course.



Just seem to be big wires ...... I know they are fused at the block ...... but just want to make sure as I assume a lot of current goes through that on startup etc.

[joedoh]

is that the back of the key switch?

almost no current goes through the start wire, it has a solenoid that engages the big batt wire.

everything switched by the key and fused at the fusebox runs through those wires, all acc and ign circuits, thats the origin!

[FAKKY]

Originally Posted by joedoh

is that the back of the key switch?

almost no current goes through the start wire, it has a solenoid that engages the big batt wire.

everything switched by the key and fused at the fusebox runs through those wires, all acc and ign circuits, thats the origin!

Yup back of key switch.
Just suprised to see such thick wires.
But like 'ACC' could be powering a bunch of stuff like radios, lights right ?

Anyway- ok to wire up like this - I assume so as most builds I've seen do the same.

[FAKKY]

Originally Posted by joedoh

everything switched by the key and fused at the fusebox runs through those wires, all acc and ign circuits, thats the origin!

Right - but just wondering since thats the case why they use (guessing here on exact thickness) 14 gauge wire to the ACC for example .... instead of say 20 gauge. More for my education.

[84blaze]

Originally Posted by FAKKY

Is this how most people wire their harness to their ignition (with proper soldered/crimped connects of course.

Quick tip: If you're wiring with stripped wire ends like that also remember to wrap the wires around the stud clockwise so when you tighten the nut it helps wrap the wires around the stud rather than pushing them off.

[FAKKY]

Originally Posted by joedoh

ahhh brand new tires on a project is my favorite look

Thanks - new - but been sitting for almost 3 years lol Should have bought some rollers first.

Originally Posted by 84blaze

Quick tip: If you're wiring with stripped wire ends like that also remember to wrap the wires around the stud clockwise so when you tighten the nut it helps wrap the wires around the stud rather than pushing them off.

Good tip. That was just a mockup to see her start ..... all my wires are shrink wrapped with terminal ends.

I am thinking to join the cable to the actuator ....

https://www.swingsetmall.com/stainle...double-clevis/

Have the larger side clevis pin through the actuator.
Wrap the cable wire around the smaller clevis and clamp with ferrule/sleeve.

https://www.e-rigging.com/How-to-Sel...-Swage-Sleeves


See any issues ?