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Cleveland39 · 06-13-2022, 01:57 PM

I recently asked a question about the fuel sending unit and gauge on my 39 and based on a photo that I posted along with the question, I was "advised" that the wiring jungle under my dash needed to go.
My question is how to go about picking out a wiring harness to do the job. A knowledgeable local old Ford guy suggested using a 14 circuit harness. I need to know what to look for without spending a restoration budget on a harness. Are any of the harnesses for under $100 any good? What brands are worth considering?
Thanks for the help.

19Fordy · 06-13-2022, 02:35 PM

The only wiring harness you will find for less than $100 is this one: Notice the first two words of the add are "I think"........... . Contact the seller to see how many circuits it has.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/16395588864...4aAtm_EALw_wcB

Here's another from a reputable vendor. Call vendor for more info. Considering the time and effort to install a wiring harness you are better buying one that you know fits your car to avoid future frustration and wasted $$. Don't "skimp" on a wiring harness you "think" is good but don't know for sure.
https://thirdgenauto.com/product/new...iring-harness/

Narraganset Wiring Harness Company is also excellent and has been around for a very long time. Call them. Top quality.
https://www.narragansettreproductions.com/

First decide if you want an original cloth harness or an aftermarket with lots more circuits. Also, do you ever plan to convert you car to 12V?
GOOGLE: "1939 Ford Dash wiring harness".

CA Victoria · 06-13-2022, 02:41 PM

Buy a Bauer Harness.
You can replace the stock main under dash harness for $160, the lighting harness for $110 (Joes Antique Auto).
Money well spent. Chris makes a Harness that fits and you can replace as your budget allows.
IMO you won’t save money doing it your self.

I looked back at your post and noticed a picture of a dolphin gauge and a cobbled wire nest under dash.
If you do not have wiring experience Bauer can build you a custom stock style harness if needed for a reasonable price.

19Fordy · 06-13-2022, 02:46 PM

CA Victoria's recommendation looks excellent. Bauer customer testamonials are excellent also.
https://www.bauerelectronicsinc.com/testimonials.html

Lawson Cox · 06-13-2022, 04:22 PM

Tyree Harris is my pick. Great guy, great product, great service. Main wiring harness for my 37 pickup $170.00 just to give you an idea.

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tomkc1 · 06-14-2022, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lawson Cox

Tyree Harris is my pick. Great guy, great product, great service. Main wiring harness for my 37 pickup $170.00 just to give you an idea.

I'm with Lawson. Tyree made mine and his service is excellent. I'm sure some of the other suggestions are good ones but I can only speak from experience. If I had to do it again, I wouldn't hesitate to get one from Tyree.
Tom

Kube · 06-14-2022, 06:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cleveland39

I recently asked a question about the fuel sending unit and gauge on my 39 and based on a photo that I posted along with the question, I was "advised" that the wiring jungle under my dash needed to go.
My question is how to go about picking out a wiring harness to do the job. A knowledgeable local old Ford guy suggested using a 14 circuit harness. I need to know what to look for without spending a restoration budget on a harness. Are any of the harnesses for under $100 any good? What brands are worth considering?
Thanks for the help.

Best bang for the buck in my opinion? Dennis Carpenter.

tomkc1 · 06-14-2022, 07:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lawson Cox

Tyree Harris is my pick. Great guy, great product, great service. Main wiring harness for my 37 pickup $170.00 just to give you an idea.

I'm with Lawson. Tyree made mine and his service is excellent. I'm sure some of the other suggestions are good ones but I can only speak from experience. If I had to do it again, I wouldn't hesitate to get one from Tyree.
Tom

Tim Ayers · 06-14-2022, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomkc1

I'm with Lawson. Tyree made mine and his service is excellent. I'm sure some of the other suggestions are good ones but I can only speak from experience. If I had to do it again, I wouldn't hesitate to get one from Tyree.
Tom

Same here. The complete wiring set up for my '28 AV8 was purchased from Tyree.

06-13-2022, 01:57 PM	#1
Cleveland39 Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: North Georgia Posts: 32	Wiring harness I recently asked a question about the fuel sending unit and gauge on my 39 and based on a photo that I posted along with the question, I was "advised" that the wiring jungle under my dash needed to go. My question is how to go about picking out a wiring harness to do the job. A knowledgeable local old Ford guy suggested using a 14 circuit harness. I need to know what to look for without spending a restoration budget on a harness. Are any of the harnesses for under $100 any good? What brands are worth considering? Thanks for the help.

06-13-2022, 02:35 PM	#2
19Fordy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Coral Springs FL Posts: 10,950	Re: Wiring harness The only wiring harness you will find for less than $100 is this one: Notice the first two words of the add are "I think"........... . Contact the seller to see how many circuits it has. https://www.ebay.com/itm/16395588864...4aAtm_EALw_wcB Here's another from a reputable vendor. Call vendor for more info. Considering the time and effort to install a wiring harness you are better buying one that you know fits your car to avoid future frustration and wasted $$. Don't "skimp" on a wiring harness you "think" is good but don't know for sure. https://thirdgenauto.com/product/new...iring-harness/ Narraganset Wiring Harness Company is also excellent and has been around for a very long time. Call them. Top quality. https://www.narragansettreproductions.com/ First decide if you want an original cloth harness or an aftermarket with lots more circuits. Also, do you ever plan to convert you car to 12V? GOOGLE: "1939 Ford Dash wiring harness". Last edited by 19Fordy; 06-13-2022 at 02:53 PM.

06-13-2022, 02:41 PM	#3
CA Victoria Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 2,113	Re: Wiring harness Buy a Bauer Harness. You can replace the stock main under dash harness for $160, the lighting harness for $110 (Joes Antique Auto). Money well spent. Chris makes a Harness that fits and you can replace as your budget allows. IMO you won’t save money doing it your self. I looked back at your post and noticed a picture of a dolphin gauge and a cobbled wire nest under dash. If you do not have wiring experience Bauer can build you a custom stock style harness if needed for a reasonable price. __________________ Tim Downtown, Ca Last edited by CA Victoria; 06-13-2022 at 02:49 PM.

06-13-2022, 02:46 PM	#4
19Fordy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Coral Springs FL Posts: 10,950	Re: Wiring harness CA Victoria's recommendation looks excellent. Bauer customer testamonials are excellent also. https://www.bauerelectronicsinc.com/testimonials.html

06-13-2022, 04:22 PM	#5
Lawson Cox Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Above the gnat line in Georgia Posts: 7,009	Re: Wiring harness Tyree Harris is my pick. Great guy, great product, great service. Main wiring harness for my 37 pickup $170.00 just to give you an idea. __________________ Life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer to the end, the faster it goes. It is better to be seen, than viewed. "We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm".

06-13-2022, 07:44 PM	#6
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06-13-2022, 07:56 PM	#7
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