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New American Auto Wire 68-70 B-body wiring kit

Started by WHITE AND RED 69, June 10, 2016, 04:19:03 PM

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WHITE AND RED 69

Just saw that American Auto Wire just released their 68-70 B-body wiring kit. Seems like a great kit, makes me want to pull out my M&H harness and do a proper upgrade to handle all modern electronics.

http://www.americanautowire.com/view-product/1968-1970-mopar-b-body-classic-update-kit/

Anyone planning on getting it? I'd like hear some feedback on it.   :cheers:
1969 Dodge Charger R/T
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee 75th edition
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
1972 Plymouth Duster


nascarxx29

American autowire owner a Mike Manning runs it.Lived in our area
and made camaro wiring at first havent seen him since the mid 70-s.
1969 R4 Daytona XX29L9B410772
1970 EV2 Superbird RM23UOA174597
1970 FY1 Superbird RM23UOA166242
1970 EV2 Superbird RM23VOA179697
1968 426 Road Runner RM21J8A134509
1970 Coronet RT WS23UOA224126
1970 Daytona Clone XP29GOG178701

myk

The idea of OEM connectors is a major selling point for that set...

Mopar Nut

Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on June 10, 2016, 04:19:03 PM
Seems like a great kit, makes me want to pull out my M&H harness and do a proper upgrade to handle all modern electronics.

:iagree:
"Dear God, my prayer for 2024 is a fat bank account and a thin body. Please don't mix these up like you did the last ten years."

nascarxx29

If I get the chance I would like to see it and see how correct it is :2thumbs:
1969 R4 Daytona XX29L9B410772
1970 EV2 Superbird RM23UOA174597
1970 FY1 Superbird RM23UOA166242
1970 EV2 Superbird RM23VOA179697
1968 426 Road Runner RM21J8A134509
1970 Coronet RT WS23UOA224126
1970 Daytona Clone XP29GOG178701

armor64

i am definitely getting this kit, i just purchased a 68 charger RT roller, with no wiring at all. I just finished a 78 GMC c15 heavy half truck with their 73-87 chevy truck kit, it is the best piece of kit ive ever used. From the wiring labeled every foot, to the OE connectors, 10/10.

nascarxx29

Give us a review when you purchase the 68 harness.68 parking lights go out with headlights on.Ive be using  M H only many car only slight issues wire color migbt be off and plastic shells on connection.I cant  comment good or bad with autowires harness  with out seeing it or knowing someone that used it.I live 1 hr away from this company
1969 R4 Daytona XX29L9B410772
1970 EV2 Superbird RM23UOA174597
1970 FY1 Superbird RM23UOA166242
1970 EV2 Superbird RM23VOA179697
1968 426 Road Runner RM21J8A134509
1970 Coronet RT WS23UOA224126
1970 Daytona Clone XP29GOG178701

crj1968

Quote from: armor64 on June 14, 2016, 07:50:01 AM
i am definitely getting this kit, i just purchased a 68 charger RT roller, with no wiring at all. I just finished a 78 GMC c15 heavy half truck with their 73-87 chevy truck kit, it is the best piece of kit ive ever used. From the wiring labeled every foot, to the OE connectors, 10/10.

This is good to hear-

interesting kit for sure.... one size fits all ? Rallye dash vs. Non rallye, Ignition switch locations, etc...etc...
I guess with all the right adapters it would work.  :scratchchin:

Derwud

I plan on ordering in the next couple of weeks..
1970 Dodge Charger R/T.. Owned since 1981

Mopar Nut

"Dear God, my prayer for 2024 is a fat bank account and a thin body. Please don't mix these up like you did the last ten years."

WHITE AND RED 69

My stupidity kicked in and I ordered one...I'll post up pics when it shows up next week.  :2thumbs:
1969 Dodge Charger R/T
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee 75th edition
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
1972 Plymouth Duster

nascarxx29

1969 R4 Daytona XX29L9B410772
1970 EV2 Superbird RM23UOA174597
1970 FY1 Superbird RM23UOA166242
1970 EV2 Superbird RM23VOA179697
1968 426 Road Runner RM21J8A134509
1970 Coronet RT WS23UOA224126
1970 Daytona Clone XP29GOG178701

Derwud

It is expensive, but they are highly recommended by people that do Electrical for a living. I like that they re-use the bulk head connector, (adding 2 small screw holes) is easily adapted to aftermarket stuff and has a modern fuse box and relays.
1970 Dodge Charger R/T.. Owned since 1981

crj1968

Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on June 14, 2016, 11:26:21 PM
My stupidity kicked in and I ordered one...I'll post up pics when it shows up next week.  :2thumbs:

From the picture it looks like it is made for a 70 style ignition switch and adapts to others.  Id be interested in seeing what you think of it also.   :cheers:

keepat

 We installed one of their harnesses in my sons 68 Mustang. I was very impressed with it and called them last year and asked when they would have a harnesses for a 68 charger.  True to their word they said it would be available summer of 2016.  I will place my order today!  Thank you for posting Red and White.
Pat

WHITE AND RED 69

Well I got my kit yesterday and am pretty damn impressed. Everything looks top notch and well thought out. Comes with the main dash, engine, gauges, front end lighting, rear lights, and console harnesses. Every wire is clearly labeled and each section of the harness is bagged up separately with all the connectors and instructions. The fuse block also comes with a separate harness ready for power windows, fuel pump, power seats, and electric fans which is great for anyone adding those in later on. Another nice feature is the bulkhead connectors have a screw that holds them in place so no more loose fittings at the bulkhead.

The only real modifications needed are for the steering column and gauges. They are setup for use with aftermarket gauges and steering columns but they do include all the connectors and bulb sockets to work with the stock setup. But the harness does have all the proper connectors for the headlight switch, dimmer switch, hazard lights, wiper, etc already wired up. They also include in the package different ignition switch connectors that plug in to the harness so each year has the proper one needed.

I haven't opened everything since I won't be installing it for a while but I think it will work out nicely. The only thing I have not noticed but might be somewhere in the box is the connection for the key light. That might need to be reused from the original setup?

One thing to note is the kit DOES NOT work with the externally regulated alternators. It is designed for a single wire alternator and has a larger wire running from the fuse block directly to the alternator. That also means the original alt gauge is not going to work.

I'll post up more when I get to installing it.   :cheers:
1969 Dodge Charger R/T
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee 75th edition
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
1972 Plymouth Duster

Derwud

Awesome, thanks for confirming I am making the right choice.
1970 Dodge Charger R/T.. Owned since 1981

keepat

very cool! order the same kit and hope to have it soon.
Thanks
Pat

crj1968

Thanks for the info-  sounds really, really good.  Strange about the alt wire though. Not sure I understand why they did that.   :shruggy:

WHITE AND RED 69

Quote from: crj1968 on June 22, 2016, 07:38:03 AM
Thanks for the info-  sounds really, really good.  Strange about the alt wire though. Not sure I understand why they did that.   :shruggy:

I'm sure it was to eliminate the weakest points (amp gauge & thin charge wires thru the bulkhead) in the stock system and make for a cleaner install. 
1969 Dodge Charger R/T
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee 75th edition
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
1972 Plymouth Duster

crj1968

Makes sense.  No reason to duplicate a weak spot.

So you are going to tear out what you have now and install this soon?   :popcrn:

WHITE AND RED 69

That's the plan and hopefully soon. My current setup is maxed out and I'm afraid to add anything else so it needs to happen in the next few months.  :2thumbs:  
1969 Dodge Charger R/T
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee 75th edition
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
1972 Plymouth Duster

BrianShaughnessy

Mmmmmmmmm...  makes me wish I waited longer before I bought YO deal :/

The YO /  M&H dash harness is kind of a rip IMHO.    It's a bare bones harness.

I've had to refurbish or buy used harnesses for many accessories.   Some of my old harnesses were shot, some were OK.
I just don't remember where they all go after this much time LOL   :icon_smile_blackeye:
Black Betty:  1969 Charger R/T - X9 440 six pack, TKO600 5 speed, 3.73 Dana 60.
Sinnamon:  1969 Charger R/T - T5 440, 727, 3.23 8 3/4 high school sweetheart.

chargedup68

How many circuits is it?  I need to run a fuel pump and electric fans.
68 Charger, 608/683 505 cu in. Muscle Motors Stroker, MASS Flo EFI. Reilly Motorsports Alterkation/Street Lynx suspension, Wilwood brakes, Strange Dana 60 4.11 gears, Tremec TKO 600