So tax return season is quickly approaching and now is the time for me to buy some important larger components to for my Firebird. Luckily for me the body is in relatively good shape (floor pan repairs needed, but that's all) and I would like to address the wiring harness while the car is apart.
There is a harness in the car, but years exposed to animals and moisture have me not wanting to re-use the original harness. Having all my hard work go up in flames is a big concern of mine so I am opting to go with a complete harness.
I see what looks to be a complete harness listed on Firebird Central that looks pretty good and is a decent price. Has anybody worked with it before? Pros/Cons?
Complete Classic Update Wiring Harness Kit for your 69 model. Firebird Central offers a complete wiring harness set to bring your 1969 Firebird into the 21st century and beyond. Imagine being able to install a single harness kit that contains all of the correct connections for every piece of your original equipment; AC, headlights, engine, column, all the way to the rear bumper, as well as having the option to add any of the top name accessories being offered. All this in a single kit! Including the correct connectors, factory fit plugs and terminals that are needed to make this a plug-n-play harness. You can rest assured that you are getting the most comprehensive and adaptive harness system on the planet bar none. If your electrical system requirements exceed the capabilities of your original wiring system, this is the perfect combination of modern high power output and installation ease. Premium quality American Autowire.
Note: Does not include an ignition switch because it is a keyed column. All harnesses require a one wire SI type alternator, will not support stock alternator. All harnesses will require the use of the stock AC wiring harness when stock AC is used.
Part Number: WIR-2501"
I'm not doing a factory OE restoration, I want to modernize the car to make it a comfortable drivable and easily repairable car (I plan on doing road trips and such) with modern comforts like a decent stereo, upgraded lighting and charging system.
What style alternator does everybody seem to like best? I plan on running a 400-455 when the car is done, but will probably run a SBC in the mean time until I build a 455 for it. (Before I get murdered by all members here, it's a motor I can have for free with proper headers. Plus that allows me to run the car a few years sooner than if I waited for a nice Poncho Motor build)
