Wiring Ties Needed
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Wiring Ties Needed
Good morning everyone.
I need to replace a number of the black plastic ties that hold the wiring under the hood to the firewall and the fenders. I can't find them in my F100 manuals, nor in my aftermarket catalogs. There are black zip-ties but they won't do.
The ties I am talking about plug into a hole in the sheet metal and wrap around the wires and snap into place. My f100 is 45 years old and the Arizona heat is getting to the remaining ties.
What does FOMOCO call these ties??? Are there any suppliers where I can buy more??? If not, any suggestions for keeping the wires in place in the original holes?
Thanks!
I need to replace a number of the black plastic ties that hold the wiring under the hood to the firewall and the fenders. I can't find them in my F100 manuals, nor in my aftermarket catalogs. There are black zip-ties but they won't do.
The ties I am talking about plug into a hole in the sheet metal and wrap around the wires and snap into place. My f100 is 45 years old and the Arizona heat is getting to the remaining ties.
What does FOMOCO call these ties??? Are there any suppliers where I can buy more??? If not, any suggestions for keeping the wires in place in the original holes?
Thanks!
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There are a few different types of the loop style. Pretty much any aftermarket supplier like the Mustang places or carpenter should have them.
Ford 376914-S is very popular for the 65-66 trucks
They have a .235 in hole and are 3 5/32" long. Max width at hole is .440. This one is for apron I will get the number for the ones on firewall, there is also another style used on the core support.
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Posting source only as example, have seen simular in auto parts stores:
46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53, Ford F100 Wire Tie Down Straps: eBay Motors (item 300491981403 end time Nov-16-10 05:07:51 PST)
Have you considered using split loom and connectors. Used on 65 and please with results. They are also available in 't' and inline connectors. Again posting source only as example, have purchased from local napa parts store. If decide to go this route tubing and connetors come in different sizes so make sure to buy appropriate size.
Convoluted tubing wire loom - Shop sales, stores & prices at TheFind.com
Amazon.com: Pico 5101PT 3/8" Winged Wiring Harness / Convoluted Tubing (Split Loom) Securing Clips Black 4 Per Package: Automotive
Amazon.com: Pico 5142A 1/2" Black Convoluted Tubing (Split Loom) 50' Per Package: Automotive: Reviews, Prices & more
46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53, Ford F100 Wire Tie Down Straps: eBay Motors (item 300491981403 end time Nov-16-10 05:07:51 PST)
Have you considered using split loom and connectors. Used on 65 and please with results. They are also available in 't' and inline connectors. Again posting source only as example, have purchased from local napa parts store. If decide to go this route tubing and connetors come in different sizes so make sure to buy appropriate size.
Convoluted tubing wire loom - Shop sales, stores & prices at TheFind.com
Amazon.com: Pico 5101PT 3/8" Winged Wiring Harness / Convoluted Tubing (Split Loom) Securing Clips Black 4 Per Package: Automotive
Amazon.com: Pico 5142A 1/2" Black Convoluted Tubing (Split Loom) 50' Per Package: Automotive: Reviews, Prices & more
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There are a few different types of the loop style. Pretty much any aftermarket supplier like the Mustang places or carpenter should have them.
Ford 376914-S is very popular for the 65-66 trucks
They have a .235 in hole and are 3 5/32" long. Max width at hole is .440. This one is for apron I will get the number for the ones on firewall, there is also another style used on the core support.
Ford 376914-S is very popular for the 65-66 trucks
They have a .235 in hole and are 3 5/32" long. Max width at hole is .440. This one is for apron I will get the number for the ones on firewall, there is also another style used on the core support.
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From: PHX AZ
Good morning everyone.
I need to replace a number of the black plastic ties that hold the wiring under the hood to the firewall and the fenders. I can't find them in my F100 manuals, nor in my aftermarket catalogs. There are black zip-ties but they won't do.
The ties I am talking about plug into a hole in the sheet metal and wrap around the wires and snap into place. My f100 is 45 years old and the Arizona heat is getting to the remaining ties.
What does FOMOCO call these ties??? Are there any suppliers where I can buy more??? If not, any suggestions for keeping the wires in place in the original holes?
Thanks!
I need to replace a number of the black plastic ties that hold the wiring under the hood to the firewall and the fenders. I can't find them in my F100 manuals, nor in my aftermarket catalogs. There are black zip-ties but they won't do.
The ties I am talking about plug into a hole in the sheet metal and wrap around the wires and snap into place. My f100 is 45 years old and the Arizona heat is getting to the remaining ties.
What does FOMOCO call these ties??? Are there any suppliers where I can buy more??? If not, any suggestions for keeping the wires in place in the original holes?
Thanks!
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If I were still in PHX I would give you what you need but shipping is not in the cards right now.
The firewall clips have metal in them and can get rusty.
The ones in above post on ebay are not at all correct.
Do you need all the clips or were you able to save some?
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I have found some plastic wire hold down straps at NAPA. They are Belknap brand and "will work" but are not like factory design but rather are zip strips with a nipple to plug into the 1/4 inch skirt or core support holes. I will probably go with these if I can't find any stock fasteners. The only problem is the price - 6 straps for $5 plus $10 freight! Or 20 straps for $10 plus $10 freight! I guess NAPA is run by Ben Dover.
Still open to suggestions. So Cal and D.C. and Ebay do not have what I need. I am going to an autobody paint and supply store this morning and will let everyone know what I find.
Still open to suggestions. So Cal and D.C. and Ebay do not have what I need. I am going to an autobody paint and supply store this morning and will let everyone know what I find.
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Came across these Mustang straps, 15 for $15, or the other set 12 for $8, not sure if what your looking for?
1965-1967 FORD MUSTANG WIRING HARNESS STRAP SET: eBay Motors (item 360316870542 end time Dec-05-10 12:04:49 PST)
50-69 FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY WIRING HARNESS STRAPS - eBay (item 190468199120 end time Dec-13-10 17:09:10 PST)
1965-1967 FORD MUSTANG WIRING HARNESS STRAP SET: eBay Motors (item 360316870542 end time Dec-05-10 12:04:49 PST)
50-69 FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY WIRING HARNESS STRAPS - eBay (item 190468199120 end time Dec-13-10 17:09:10 PST)
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From: Gilbert Arizona
Dave. YOU ARE THE MAN! The mustang wiring harness straps on Ebay are EXACTLY what I am looking for. I tried every key word I could think of for my Ebay search and never came across these ties. I will buy them. Thank you SO MUCH!
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Can relate to finding the correct key word, I would compare it trying to locate a topic in the FTE search engine, some times ya get lucky.
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Dave, after imputing different search terms into Ebay I found another harness strap set with more straps for even less money than the one you found on Ebay. I bought that one instead so the Ebay link above is still good if anyone else out there needs wiring harness straps.
Thanks again Dave!
Thanks again Dave!
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Any time I see those firewall clips in a yard and intact I grab as many as possible. Not only can they rust but the clip end can snap off from being old plastic. At least California minimizes rust some.
