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American Autowire
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American Autowire is the premier electrical manufacturer for OEM restoration and custom wiring harnesses, parts, and accessories. Here you can find product informational videos, our TV appearances, and much more! Stay tuned!
Best Practices Part ONE
Whether it’s your first American Autowire kit install or your fifth, this video series outlines the habits and knowledge that can help make any American Autowire kit installation easier. Check out our Best Practices series!
Parts mentioned in this video series:
510587 - Crimp tool set: americanautowire.com/products/double-and-single-crimper-set-510587?_pos=1&_sid=15b4dbc4f&_ss=r
500517 - Automotive test light: americanautowire.com/products/automotive-test-light-500517?_pos=1&_sid=cd213377f&_ss=r
500665 - Battery cable crimp tool: americanautowire.com/products/battery-cable-terminal-crimp-tool-500665?_pos=1&_sid=82f07424a&_ss=r
500152 - Universal 6in ground strap: americanautowire.com/products/ground-strap-6-long-3-8-inch-ring-termi-500152?_pos=1&_sid=e596ea414&_ss=r
500350 - Universal 12in ground strap: americanautowire.com/products/ground-strap-500350?_pos=1&_sid=f6034653c&_ss=r
R0067108 - Vinyl non-adhesive harness tape: americanautowire.com/products/vinyl-non-adhesive-harness-tape-r0067108?_pos=1&_sid=3751454da&_ss=r
PM485-007 - Cloth adhesive harness tape: americanautowire.com/products/cloth-adhesive-harness-tape-pm485-007?_pos=1&_sid=934e10a60&_ss=r
510152 - Split braid sleeving, 1/4in diameter, 10 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-1-4-inch-10-foot-length-510152?_pos=1&_sid=b6dee54c9&_ss=r
510153 - Split braid sleeving, 1/4in diameter, 15 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-1-4-inch-15-foot-length-510153?_pos=1&_sid=86fc11fb1&_ss=r
510154 - Split braid sleeving, 3/8in diameter, 10 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-3-8-inch-10-foot-length-510154?_pos=1&_psq=510154&_ss=e&_v=1.0
510155 - Split braid sleeving, 1/2in diameter, 10 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-1-2-inch-10-foot-length-510155?_pos=1&_sid=0447de8c3&_ss=r
510156 - Split braid sleeving, 3/4in diameter, 10 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-3-4-inch-10-foot-length-510156?_pos=1&_sid=1e1ae23ed&_ss=r
510157 - Split braid sleeving, 1in diameter, 10 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-1-inch-10-foot-length-510157?_pos=1&_sid=98cda09b8&_ss=r
510942 - Wire retention clip kit: americanautowire.com/products/wire-harness-retention-clip-kit-510942?_pos=8&_psq=510942&_ss=e&_v=1.0
AAW instruction search: americanautowire.com/pages/instructions
#americanautowire #classiccar #bestpractices #automotivewiring #wiringinstallation
Parts mentioned in this video series:
510587 - Crimp tool set: americanautowire.com/products/double-and-single-crimper-set-510587?_pos=1&_sid=15b4dbc4f&_ss=r
500517 - Automotive test light: americanautowire.com/products/automotive-test-light-500517?_pos=1&_sid=cd213377f&_ss=r
500665 - Battery cable crimp tool: americanautowire.com/products/battery-cable-terminal-crimp-tool-500665?_pos=1&_sid=82f07424a&_ss=r
500152 - Universal 6in ground strap: americanautowire.com/products/ground-strap-6-long-3-8-inch-ring-termi-500152?_pos=1&_sid=e596ea414&_ss=r
500350 - Universal 12in ground strap: americanautowire.com/products/ground-strap-500350?_pos=1&_sid=f6034653c&_ss=r
R0067108 - Vinyl non-adhesive harness tape: americanautowire.com/products/vinyl-non-adhesive-harness-tape-r0067108?_pos=1&_sid=3751454da&_ss=r
PM485-007 - Cloth adhesive harness tape: americanautowire.com/products/cloth-adhesive-harness-tape-pm485-007?_pos=1&_sid=934e10a60&_ss=r
510152 - Split braid sleeving, 1/4in diameter, 10 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-1-4-inch-10-foot-length-510152?_pos=1&_sid=b6dee54c9&_ss=r
510153 - Split braid sleeving, 1/4in diameter, 15 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-1-4-inch-15-foot-length-510153?_pos=1&_sid=86fc11fb1&_ss=r
510154 - Split braid sleeving, 3/8in diameter, 10 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-3-8-inch-10-foot-length-510154?_pos=1&_psq=510154&_ss=e&_v=1.0
510155 - Split braid sleeving, 1/2in diameter, 10 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-1-2-inch-10-foot-length-510155?_pos=1&_sid=0447de8c3&_ss=r
510156 - Split braid sleeving, 3/4in diameter, 10 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-3-4-inch-10-foot-length-510156?_pos=1&_sid=1e1ae23ed&_ss=r
510157 - Split braid sleeving, 1in diameter, 10 feet: americanautowire.com/products/split-braid-sleeving-1-inch-10-foot-length-510157?_pos=1&_sid=98cda09b8&_ss=r
510942 - Wire retention clip kit: americanautowire.com/products/wire-harness-retention-clip-kit-510942?_pos=8&_psq=510942&_ss=e&_v=1.0
AAW instruction search: americanautowire.com/pages/instructions
#americanautowire #classiccar #bestpractices #automotivewiring #wiringinstallation
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do you have a diagram on how to wiring a relay for Ignition switch?
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In idle my temperature gauge reads in the middle. As soon as I drive it pegs full hot. I replaced the sending unit and it still does it. If I have someone wiggle the wire to the sending unit thinking it will create the shirt I can’t get it to peg. What’s going on? 1988 Suzuki Samurai. All started after rebuilt motor swap.
The reason why I ordering electric parts for my project is this perfect show how it works and how it’s to do from your side. Thanks
Best video by far. Straight to the point.
Excellent video. I bought a 1986 Chevy Silverado with no starter. I have replaced a few starters over the years but just memorized how the wires hooked up at that time. Anyway I appreciate the details in your video. Thanks again.
When there is no info on ohms readings from manufac. how do i know the right fresistance values at room temp to test sender. That is what i was looking for to solve a overheat.Chart?
How to wiring headlight using ac voltage and other one using dc voltage using same switch?
Can I run a ground off of the factory plugh for the sending unit
Thank you sir
Where do I get headlight relay kit
How to change a red turn signal to an amber ? 2000 lincoln town car
This video is handy...like a pocket in a shirt.(or $$ in your wallet)
good video , easy to understand
I used the neutral safety switch on the 4l60e for my ls swap & wired it up to my reverse light wire & it worked... now im working on the taillights in my gbody montecarlo
Hello, could you please send a link for 1968 camaro?
Everyone claims this is a great video; but nobody is getting any answer to their important questions, so what kind of video is this. Sad, real sad.
So the purple wire can be eliminated if you are running later than 67 and an MSD ignition?
Thanks for the video very helpful. I have a peculiar situation where when my flute is at the top of the tank it registers empty on the gauge and vice versa when the float is at the bottom of my tank when I should be out of gas, it reads full on the gauge any suggestions what I should be doing? I’ve checked the wiring make sure it’s correct, and it should be
Thank you yes Teflon table used on the thread an insulated the Earth which interns stop it from working.
Awesome. Thanks. Solved my problem immediately!!
Concise, accurate and to the point, no B.S or nonsensical intro's, loud music and other undesirable nasueating drama that may require Medical treatment in the aftermath!! This is THE ONLY WAY to disseminate factual scientific training. Thank You Sir 10,000 stars *** and a free Big Mac with fries,,for Life 🍔🍟 🙂👍
does the part come with a manual of how to install?
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Best kits ever! Worth every penny!
So my fuel gauge on my 1980 CJ5 Renegade reads before E when off to only on E after I start her. I never really had a full tank. Tank is poly 15 gallon. My temp gauge works great. Sending unit is pretty new, but I did not check the calibration when I dropped it into tank. I will drain and drop tank, check my grounds and check sending unit. Anything you can tell me why gauge is acting like that? Thanks. I am sure it is something simple. I do have another gauge from MTS as that is where I got my poly tank. Ohms reading says it is 73 - 80 empty, and 8 - 10 full. Thanks.
Also can you explain at 1:00 on the video about sending unit touching ground. Is that the grounding wire from the sending unit to the frame?
I am so confused with pin 85 and 86. Why are some vehicles earthed to 85 and others are earthed to 86. Its understandable if your just hooking up your own relay but if your temporarily tapping into the earth pin whichever it is, you'd want to make sure you're not earthing out the switched power one.
Does that Yellow Diode wire get wired to a 5 pin 12v relay ? I have an 84 vette that has many wires pulled out. I had just saw this video and noticed that diode wire you sell looks JUST like a wire that came with this car. It had a note on it that said “starter Motor” and at the other end it was attached to a Bosch 5 pin relay with a note that said “use 4 pins only”. I haven’t been able to to figure out what that relay is. And this DOES have an HEI dist. So I’m guessing the guy ran that yellow wire to a relay ? Another wire to the relay goes to a ground. The other 3 pins don’t have anything to them, BUT there Is A wire or two near the battery that has the right pigtail attachment that “could” connect to this. So I’m wondering if I’m going down the right path figuring this rely goes to that starter and that I should trace wires under that assumption ? HEEEELLLLPPPPPP LOL
hi - very helpful. Willa 1 amp diode work? I found Littelfuse 1A 400v
so you can use the headlights when the key is of as the unfused wire controls them and parking lights work only when the key is on (fised power supply). Do i understand correctly? i am rewiring my truck and planing to use a GM switch. If my understanding is right i am going to wire tail and park together with dasch us unfused and my headlights us fused. Do not want them to work without the key on. Will that be good?
Great. The problem is the turn signal switch has not been explained how it separates turn signal from braking.
This is a Very helpful video! I am currently installing the AAW kit for a 70-72 Monte Carlo on my 71 SS454.
Are headlight relays always under power? I noticed on my car, with no key in ignition, and with headlight switch removed, I still have power to the headlight relay. If I pinch the contacts with my fingers, my headlights come on.
there are often things that will always have power, often cars will have a little clock or digital display, a red beeping "security" light, you can switch on many interior lights without the car being turned on with the key, since power comes straight from the battery through that red wire there will always be power going to it however if it isnt going anywhere else from there the battery usage is minimal to non existent 👍
This coniction same to 24v rely Pleas rply me
Fantastic video! Thank you! I will follow your IG
Awful video...show the side view. Not clear on which side goes up! Have to pause and see how you grab the pliers to figure it out.
Great video. I’ve been hooking up relays for years not understanding why i was or how they worked.
Never said how to check the gauge itsself. I have done all those things. No matter what I do the gauge maxes out. Doesn't matter if sender post is connectrd or not
Excellent explanation. Did any years with this type cylinder/switch have an accessory position? I have an assembly from a very old Chevy with 5 positions. Assuming ACC/LOCK/OFF/RUN/CRANK... but key only removes in the second from left (assumed LOCK position); any thoughts?
Can you guys do videos for the other MSD 6AL. Specifically. I have the Mopar 68-70 b body auto wire kit but can't figure out which wires go to the MSD 6AL magnetic ignition system. I'm assuming. the Pink and brown go to the MSD smaller red?
The replacement of the original VW 1970 T2 flasher relay with a new one works perfectly for LED bulbs. But since the spade pin connectors are not aligned I had to make short wire jumpers with a male and female spade connectors. Then make sure the jumpers are connected to the same pin connections; 31, KBL, 49 and 49a.
Why does my starter have TWO wires on the same connection? It's black and red. It makes NO sense what the hell these are for, and I can't find any info.
Built my first car, a 1973 pontiac firebird, and mounted it on the driver side inner fender. Its mounted along the same route the factory harness took originally. Safe and away from heat, stone kickups, water, etc. If you didnt know any better, it looks stock.
Thank you very much mate you explained this so bloody perfect and easy! Genius
Get rid of the robot voice please !!! Not cool !!!!!
Thank you for your help
what if its show empty in the fuel meter when i remove the fuel sender connector, but its always show full when i reconnected the fuel sending unit to the connector socket?
my fuel meter show full when its connected to the fuel sender unit, when i remove the fuel sender unit connector its shows empty in the fuel meter, which one at faulty in my case? anyone can help?🤔
Thanks for the information. I used this setup but without the dimmer switch. I used a DPDT toggle for my aftermarket fog/driving combo lights.
If when I press my break and my right turn single come on what must I do