Having troubles with a new Holley 600cfm elec. choke. It replaced an older style Holley 600 man. choke. It keeps wanting to stick on me. The only reason I could see for this is I've probably got the positive wire from the choke routed to the wrong location. Holley says to route it to any 12V source. I'm not real smart in the electrical dept., and I'm wondering if routing it to the alternator is an acceptable solution? Only power source close enough. What is the best place to wire it to? Thanks.

Joseph Osborn
'70 F-100
302 V-8/3spd stk

 

OZ the battery would have been better, but I think it needs to be on a switched line, meaning one that is on only when the switch is on, and not full time.


John

66 F100s
In the still cool hours of the night, you can hear chevys rusting away.

 

I agree with you. It didn't seem like the right place. Any suggestions were to? Has me stumped. Thanks for the reply.

Joseph Osborn
70 F-100 Stepside
302 V-8 3spd stk

 

Ozzie,
First I would see if the original wire is somewhere in the area and splice into this(might be coiled/taped up near the choke, unless the truck never had an elec. choke). If not, I would extend the wire to reach the fuse block, use the same gauge(size)wire and use an in-line splicer, also called a butt splice. Find a place to get it thru the firewall(with speedo?)and find the radio or acc. fuse position. Try to make sure you only have power when the key is in the "on" or "on" and "acc." position. Depending on the style of fuses, they make an adapter to clip onto the glass fuse, then reinstall the fuse. Only one side will be hot when the fuse is removed, use the other side, this way it will be fused(just in case). If it's the newer style with the slide-in, they also make a funny looking adapter for these but you will need another spade connector(same as on choke at carb), this will crimp on the same as the splicer. At the splice, make sure you seal this with shrink wrap or coating intended for this, this will keep the connection free of dirt/grime. Most auto stores will have everything you need including a pen type tester for 12vdc. This is handy to have for most elec. troubleshooting and don't think it costs that much. Loom the wire in with others along the firewall and this will give a clean looking install. If you need anymore help, let me know!
Chuck P.

 

You are the man, Chuck P. Thanks. That was going to be my next course of action. This truck didn't have an elec. choke, so I'm going to have to go to the fuse block. Appreciate the detailed advice. Good truckin'

Joseph Osborn
70 F-100 Stepside
302 V-8 3spd stk