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Old Apr 3, 2004 | 07:23 AM
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Question 1958 Wiring Trouble! SCHEMATIC NEEDED

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I am trying to get my 1958 rewired but it is giving me a headache. The guy that had it before me tore out the wiring to the rear lights. I decided to run all new wire, but I don't want to purchase the entire new wiring harness. Do any of you please know whre I can get a wiring schematic for my truck. It would be very much appreciated.
 
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Old Apr 3, 2004 | 08:08 AM
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Bugg,

If you are running an alternator or want to convert to one, the wiring diagram for a mid 60s Mustang on my gallery may help some, but it covers the charging and starting systems only. Your best bet for a complete schematic may be to purchase a shop manual.

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Old Apr 3, 2004 | 08:26 AM
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Thanks for the info. I have been purchasing alot of books off ebay, but none have had what I am lookig for. My truck has been converted to 12V. I just can't seem to get the tailights, parking lights, and brakes all wired up to complete the circuit.
Thanks again.
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Old Apr 3, 2004 | 08:33 AM
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Ray,

Actually, your 58 came with 12 volts originally...it all started in 56. You might try looking for something more street rod related. There was a book by Peterson Publishing called "How to wire your Street Rod" that is very good if you can find it. I don't know if it's still in print or not. I'm sure there are others also. The trouble is that wiring has become a matter of kits and no one wants to tell you how to do stuff the old way anymore...

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Old Apr 3, 2004 | 09:34 AM
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The 1958 ford truck shop manual should have what your looking for(kind of bland on instructions, but it does have the diagrams. -4speed
 
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