The wire harness coming from the alternator had a melted plastic sleeve… guessing I should find something to elevate the wires off the intake manifold?
There was a steel u bracket from the factory; you can use heat proof wire loom, or re-route the wires so that they run along the inner fender then across to the engine.
That is good to know, I will have to see what I can find fix the issue. I will have to look into some pictures and figure out routing and such.
Originally Posted By Yellowbird
Originally Posted By birdman
Window motors are weak. They also do not seal really well on the convertible top. Any tricks to aligning the windows and the top?
No other way besides RTFM on this one. My site has the manuals if you don't have them, check the Fisher Body manual.
What is RTFM?
Originally Posted By Yellowbird
Originally Posted By birdman
Electrical nightmare… too much aftermarket work on this car by (I would assume) multiple previous owners… I have random wires, vacuum tubes all over… I need to dig into this problem… suggestions? I am thinking a full wire harness replacement with “properly” implemented aftermarket necessities like the electric fan.
I used and recommend harnesses by M&H Electrical, http://wiringharness.com. They will build to your accessory needs. They also fit 100% like original. An electric fan is never a necessity.
That geat! Thanks for the site, I will check them out!
The Bird Man, My Bird: 1969 T/A convertible tribute, 455 w/TREMEC 5-speed. Moder, not a purist... but I love that classic T/A look!
