http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:42:01 GMT vBulletin 60 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18141-72-supreme-signal-lights-not-working.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:25:08 GMT I have a 72 cutlass supreme and the signal lights have just started to blow the fuse.The four way flashers work and the lights all work. Could I have... I have a 72 cutlass supreme and the signal lights have just started to blow the fuse.The four way flashers work and the lights all work. Could I have a short in the signal light wiring in the steering column?
Any ideas before I buy a new wiring harness.
thanks ]]> Electrical meraul http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18141-72-supreme-signal-lights-not-working.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18137-dash-lighting-grounds.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:14:18 GMT How are the dash lights grounded on the back of the dash? I mean, how is the dash grounded? Half of my lights work, and half don't. I think it's a bad ground somewhere, but how is the dash grounded? Are there ground straps or wires, and how do the connect? Anyone have a diagram of the printed circuit or picture of the grounds? ]]> Electrical ctrain22 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18137-dash-lighting-grounds.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18130-replica-batteries-50s.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:54:11 GMT Any one know where I can find an excellent replica Battery from the 50' era?

I have seen replica batteries at car shows with red or yellow caps. One guy told me that his was filled with gel, and maintenance free. (A new technology battery in an old style casing). I am wondering how good they really are. ]]> Electrical Dan Wirth http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18130-replica-batteries-50s.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18128-relocating-battery-trunk-good-bad.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:49:34 GMT I ask this question because a friend of mine had his new, expensive battery stolen out of his 1966 Chevy 2, probably by some junky looking to get... I ask this question because a friend of mine had his new, expensive battery stolen out of his 1966 Chevy 2, probably by some junky looking to get $5.00 from the recycling plant. So it got me thinking about my 1972 Cutlass and its brand new expensive battery. Is relocating it into the truck a smart, easy or worthwhile thing to do? If so what is the best means of doing it? The only other options I could come up with is the expensive internal hood locker from some of the repro part stores. Or maybe rig the thing up with a bike lock or something. Any opinions?? ]]> Electrical silverriff http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18128-relocating-battery-trunk-good-bad.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18098-my-horn-wont-stop-beeping.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:58:53 GMT My last post was resolved with the simple swapping of the fusible link. Now hopefully the last electric gremlin I have is why my horn blows when I... My last post was resolved with the simple swapping of the fusible link. Now hopefully the last electric gremlin I have is why my horn blows when I turn the wheel side to side. I replaced the stock wheel with a cheap Grant one, with the recommended installation kit....with the wire with the little brass plunger at the end that you lock into the spring. I tried compressing/stretching the horn button spring thinking it may have been contacting prematurely. I also thought that the horn wire in the steering column may have a knick in it thats grounding out. Any ideas?? ]]> Electrical silverriff http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18098-my-horn-wont-stop-beeping.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18079-positive-earth-radio-conversion.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:33:27 GMT Mission impossible?
I shot a beautyful 1962 "His Masters Voice" car radio in the bay.It looks allmost new,got an external amplifier and lots of chrome:)Something i didn`t knew is that the radio works on positive earth only.Such radios where made in england till the late sixties.Has anybody got information if there are converters on the market?I`m searching for something that can be connected between the radio and the cars body.A complete isolation of the whole system icl. antenna isn`t possible without the risk to flare my car:eek:
Thank you for all ideas,Martin ]]> Electrical convertible 63 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18079-positive-earth-radio-conversion.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18069-1972-cutlass-stopped-dead-its-tracks.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:47:14 GMT Because the Oldmobile gods will not let me keep this thing running, I am having a new electrical issue. I was idling in the driveway after installing... Because the Oldmobile gods will not let me keep this thing running, I am having a new electrical issue. I was idling in the driveway after installing a new timing set, everything was running awsome. Just to push my luck I started fiddling with all of the lights and switches to make sure everything was ok. Well it wasent. After putting on the radio, heater/blower and wipers, I pulled out the headlight plunger and boom...car just turned off right then and there. I did not hear any pop, sparks, smoke, no anything. Now nothing works. It will not turn over, not even click. It is completly dead. I lost the daylight before I could start going over everything, just thought I would pick some brains before I get out there tomorrow. I was thinking the relay, but I just replaced that a few months ago. Any ideas? I want to drive this thing!! ]]> Electrical silverriff http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18069-1972-cutlass-stopped-dead-its-tracks.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18051-winter-indoor-work-radio-bench-test.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:46:00 GMT I'd like to work on the radio of my 65 F85. Can anyone give me plans to set up a bench test? ]]> Electrical dingusboy http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18051-winter-indoor-work-radio-bench-test.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18035-turn-signal-question-electrical.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:48:26 GMT My 72 442 turn signals both work. However, the left one blinks at a much slower rate than the right one. The right one is "normal" in my opinion, while the left one is very slow. What should I be looking for to repair? ]]> Electrical 72442 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18035-turn-signal-question-electrical.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18033-dash-light-dilema.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:29:39 GMT Working on my dash lighting, only half the lighting on the speedometer work. I can get light to the passenger side of the speedo, but not hte drovers... Working on my dash lighting, only half the lighting on the speedometer work. I can get light to the passenger side of the speedo, but not hte drovers side. Changed all bulbs, and no help. Also, my signal indicators aren't working. The turn signals and flasher are working fine, just the indicators are out. I also changed those bulbs. I replaced the signal light switch thinking that was the problem, but still not working. Funny thing is the right side indicator did work a few times, but now nothing. I checked the connection at the back of the speedo and gauge pod and it seems to be tight. I did not remove it and replace in fear of damaging the circuit board. Any ideas????????????????/ ]]> Electrical ctrain22 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/18033-dash-light-dilema.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/17947-1972-442-battery-question.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:18:06 GMT I posted this in the 442 forum but no one was able to help. Thought I would try this forum with my question: My 1972 442 has the bigger engine... I posted this in the 442 forum but no one was able to help. Thought I would try this forum with my question:

My 1972 442 has the bigger engine (VIN code U) and it appears to have had a top post battery originally based on the battery cables in the car (which are original). My understanding is that in 72, some came with top post and some came with side post batteries. Since mine appears to be a top post, what is the correct Delco battery that came with it?

charles ]]> Electrical 72442 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/17947-1972-442-battery-question.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/17913-any-ideas.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:29:45 GMT I've been driving my 72 Cutlass since about June and never noticed this. I was pulling out of the driveway and stopped to talk to the guy across the street, and he said, Did you know that when you hit your brakes, your right front parking lamp or blinker light comes on? I checked it out, and sure enough when I hit the brakes, the parking light comes on.????
I replaced the front light wiring harness and engine wiring harness with new from M&H. The trunk was still in nice shape.
Any ideas where I should start looking??
Thanks Kevin ]]> Electrical ziff396 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/17913-any-ideas.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/17897-fuel-guage-wire-colors.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:37:54 GMT Anyone got a clue as to what the fuel guage wire colors are, ones from sending unit ?? 1970 olds cutlass Anyone got a clue as to what the fuel guage wire colors are, ones from sending unit ??

1970 olds cutlass ]]> Electrical pophop http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/17897-fuel-guage-wire-colors.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/17890-1972-cutlass-battery-not-charging.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:14:05 GMT Hi everyone your help would be truly appreciated...
lets see i've gotten a new battery, alternator and voltage regulator. but battery still not charging.Checked wires and they look ok. any suggestions cause im :confused: ]]> Electrical al714 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/17890-1972-cutlass-battery-not-charging.html http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/17865-any-experience-vendor.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:44:16 GMT The alternator on my 83 Regency has given up the ghost. I found a place online (that's actually local to me), that has great deals on alternators. They are less expensive than anywhere else I've found. Money is tight, of course.

http://alternatorpros.com/

They offer really good prices ($69.99) and free shipping. No core charge either. It seems almost too good to be true. :cool:

Even a chain parts store unit costs more!

Anyone had any experience with them?


Thanks,
Henry ]]> Electrical henryk8398 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/electrical/17865-any-experience-vendor.html