Resistor wire
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Resistor wire
I need help!
I was trying to install aftermarket power windows, and in doing so I did not realize that I had "spliced" into the Resistor wire that runs from my ignition switch to my control module.
I ended up ruining the insulation from the ignition terminal to where I had the splice (about 1.5" in length).
I did not realize till after I made the mistake that this particular wire (red/green) was labeled " DO NOT CUT OR SPLICE".
What is the best way to remedy the situation? I can not seem to find anywhere that carries this type of wire and i sure don't want to re-wire the entire truck!
I hope someone out there has run accross this and can help.
Thank you in advance.
I was trying to install aftermarket power windows, and in doing so I did not realize that I had "spliced" into the Resistor wire that runs from my ignition switch to my control module.
I ended up ruining the insulation from the ignition terminal to where I had the splice (about 1.5" in length).
I did not realize till after I made the mistake that this particular wire (red/green) was labeled " DO NOT CUT OR SPLICE".
What is the best way to remedy the situation? I can not seem to find anywhere that carries this type of wire and i sure don't want to re-wire the entire truck!
I hope someone out there has run accross this and can help.
Thank you in advance.
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Sorry... I made a mistake.... see above.
http://prestolitewire.com/pages/igni...emblies/38.php
Check with a local wholesale electronics supplies store that sells stuff over the counter.
http://prestolitewire.com/pages/igni...emblies/38.php
Check with a local wholesale electronics supplies store that sells stuff over the counter.
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those70'sfords, here's a wiring schematic for the 1977 Ford truck
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...d=5951&width=0
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...1&albumid=1232
If truck is equipped with and Automatic Transmission, then there will be additional wiring thru the NSS then to the starter relay ( aka Starter Solenoid).
On a side note, I have found, most of the time, those resistor wires from the ignition switch under them dash boards run a little warm, when the engine is running. Someone chime in if I'm wrong.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...d=5951&width=0
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...1&albumid=1232
If truck is equipped with and Automatic Transmission, then there will be additional wiring thru the NSS then to the starter relay ( aka Starter Solenoid).
On a side note, I have found, most of the time, those resistor wires from the ignition switch under them dash boards run a little warm, when the engine is running. Someone chime in if I'm wrong.
Last edited by 1975Ford; Dec 12, 2007 at 04:57 PM.
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I may be off the wall here but I thought that the resistance of the wire was related to it's length. In other words splicing in a replacment piece would effectively change it's resistance, albiet not by much, but I'd be inclined to just go to the junkyard and pull a new one in it's entirety.
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Yes it is.
Measurement is by gauge and length.
I too would get another one from a truck at the wrecker's But I presumed he wasn't near one
Measurement is by gauge and length.
I too would get another one from a truck at the wrecker's But I presumed he wasn't near one
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resistor wire
1977/86 all cars & trucks
D7AZ-12250-A .. Resistor Wire-Ignition Coil (Motorcraft DY-213)
#16 gauge wire / Color Coded RED with GREEN stripes / 49" -long
This wire is already made up-ready to install.
Available from Ford >> List Price $33.62 << NAPA, other parts stores.
NAPA can cross the Motorcraft number over to their brand.
D7AZ-12250-A .. Resistor Wire-Ignition Coil (Motorcraft DY-213)
#16 gauge wire / Color Coded RED with GREEN stripes / 49" -long
This wire is already made up-ready to install.
Available from Ford >> List Price $33.62 << NAPA, other parts stores.
NAPA can cross the Motorcraft number over to their brand.
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Thank you all so much for your responses.
The first option I intend to try is to splice a piece of the correct resistor wire (about 3"). I will then test the wire and see how many ohms it is drawing. Correct me if I'm wrong,my understanding is that this particular wire should be within 1.05-1.15 ohms. Should I be alright if I can stay within the recomended ohms?
The first option I intend to try is to splice a piece of the correct resistor wire (about 3"). I will then test the wire and see how many ohms it is drawing. Correct me if I'm wrong,my understanding is that this particular wire should be within 1.05-1.15 ohms. Should I be alright if I can stay within the recomended ohms?
