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I converted my distributor on my Chevelle from a point type distributor to an...

The points distributor used a resistance to lower the voltage to the points in the run position to prevent wear on the points. This was done with either an external ballast resistor or a resistance...

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I need to wire an electric choke on my carburetor. Where can I pick up a feed...

Unfortunately, this can be a bit confusing and also a bit lengthy. Since I don’t know what type of harness is being used in your application, I will try to cover all of the bases here. Basically,...

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Charging System Warning Lights

The importance of having an operational warning light for the alternator (idiot light) is crucial to catching problems early. In most modern systems, the electrical current passing through the filament...

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Starter Facts

The starter is the single largest power user and most critical to your car’s operation. The starter is simply a DC motor that turns the engine through the flywheel. Voltage to the starter is supplied...

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I need a keyed power source to run an accessory that your Classic Update kit...

All of our Classic Update kits, as well as some of our Power Plus and Builder Series kits, include an accessory power plug. Find the accessory power plug on your instruction sheet. There you will...

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I have a 1968 Camaro with original console shift automatic that now includes...

Unfortunately, this is a question that we receive quite regularly. There are 3 different applications for these console gauge conversion wire harness kits. They are as follows: Column shift automatic...

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How does the 1967-69 Camaro low fuel indicator work?

The low fuel indicator is a small round plastic can containing four wires that is in the gauge package. It is not crucial to the operation of the gauges. In fact, many gauge clusters removed them when...

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I compared my new Factory Fit 1967 Impala rear body harness to my original...

Unfortunately, this situation does come up from time to time with our 1967 Chevy Impala, Super Sport, Caprice, Bel air, and Biscayne owners. Believe it or not, there were actually a fair amount of...

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THE WORKINGS OF AN ALTERNATOR

THE WORKINGS OF AN ALTERNATOR ALTERNATOR WARNING LIGHT What does the little red light that says ALT, GEN or sometimes CHARGING mean when it comes on? Without being scientific, it means that either the...

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How to remove a terminal from a connector cavity

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How to remove a terminal from a connector cavity

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