We get many questions here at the store relating to our exclusive wiring harnesses. All this wiring can be rather mystifying to some restorers. Hopefully we are able to help cut some of your bafflement with these series of posts.
Here are some common wiring harness questions we get asked:
1. Q: What kinds of harnesses do you carry?
A: We carry harnesses for all of the MBs, GPWs, CJ2As, CJ3As, CJ3B,s CJ5s, CJ6s, DJ3As, Willys Jeepsters, Trucks, Trucks and Forward Control Trucks.
2. Q: Am I Able To custom order a wiring harness?
A: We do some customising if you call before you order the harness. We are able to add writes or lengthen wires here and there as wanted to accommodate customizations or other accessories you may have added. It's tough to do a lot of custom work on a harness when we don't have access to the Jeep so as to measure. Therefore if you want additional wire to perform some alterations yourself, we will be able to gladly provide it!
3. Q: 12V/6 V?
A: Many individuals ask us this question. 1956 and earlier Jeep are 6 volt, and they work just fine as long as stuff like the starter are in good condition, you have heavy battery cables, the ground strap is in place and the ETC is in fine shape. We like to keep our old Jeeps 6-volts and they all work just fine "there truly is no reason to change them. If everything is in good working order, your lights are pretty much as bright and they start just as easily as on 12 volt Jeeps. If you are keeping it all original, there aren't really lots of reasons to change it. We recommend you stick with what ya got!
4. Q: Do I need turn signals?
A: Turn signals make it a little safer and simpler for regular driving. But usually they're not compulsory. You need to contact your state Dept. Of Motor Vehicles to see what the laws are in your state relating to turn signals. Most states need turn signals if you're putting a regular license plate on it. But most don't need it if you're putting on antique plates. Since almost all of you will be driving your Jeep on the road continually "you should think about adding turn signals.
5. Q: What does Walck's do differently with harnesses?
A: Walck's wiring harnesses are made in the USA out of high-quality materials that exceed the original factory specifications and electric needs. All of our ends are soldered and pre-set so you only have to do a nominal quantity of work yourself to install it.
We don't like to gloat, but our harnesses are so famous for their quality that several other shops also carry them!
Here are some common wiring harness questions we get asked:
1. Q: What kinds of harnesses do you carry?
A: We carry harnesses for all of the MBs, GPWs, CJ2As, CJ3As, CJ3B,s CJ5s, CJ6s, DJ3As, Willys Jeepsters, Trucks, Trucks and Forward Control Trucks.
2. Q: Am I Able To custom order a wiring harness?
A: We do some customising if you call before you order the harness. We are able to add writes or lengthen wires here and there as wanted to accommodate customizations or other accessories you may have added. It's tough to do a lot of custom work on a harness when we don't have access to the Jeep so as to measure. Therefore if you want additional wire to perform some alterations yourself, we will be able to gladly provide it!
3. Q: 12V/6 V?
A: Many individuals ask us this question. 1956 and earlier Jeep are 6 volt, and they work just fine as long as stuff like the starter are in good condition, you have heavy battery cables, the ground strap is in place and the ETC is in fine shape. We like to keep our old Jeeps 6-volts and they all work just fine "there truly is no reason to change them. If everything is in good working order, your lights are pretty much as bright and they start just as easily as on 12 volt Jeeps. If you are keeping it all original, there aren't really lots of reasons to change it. We recommend you stick with what ya got!
4. Q: Do I need turn signals?
A: Turn signals make it a little safer and simpler for regular driving. But usually they're not compulsory. You need to contact your state Dept. Of Motor Vehicles to see what the laws are in your state relating to turn signals. Most states need turn signals if you're putting a regular license plate on it. But most don't need it if you're putting on antique plates. Since almost all of you will be driving your Jeep on the road continually "you should think about adding turn signals.
5. Q: What does Walck's do differently with harnesses?
A: Walck's wiring harnesses are made in the USA out of high-quality materials that exceed the original factory specifications and electric needs. All of our ends are soldered and pre-set so you only have to do a nominal quantity of work yourself to install it.
We don't like to gloat, but our harnesses are so famous for their quality that several other shops also carry them!
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