73 Road Race Cuda

[70chall440]

Well I just go back from one road trip and am about to go on another but I have managed to get a little done. I think I am finally about done with the wiring harness and am about ready to install the dash.

I was looking for some labels for my push-to-start panel and I wasn't really finding anything I like, so I got the idea to use one of my label makers and made a label for my fans and fuel switches; only problem was that the labels were black lettering on a white background, so I ordered some white lettering on a black background and redid it. I have to say I am pretty happy with the results. Its a small thing but definitely makes me happy 

I need to do a little painting on the A pillars so that the body color doesnt show when the windshield is in but other than that I am ready to install the dash and wiring harness; then its onto laying everything out and terminating all of them.

[70chall440]

Oh, for anyone interested, the big blue knob is a Wilwood brake bias adjustment knob. Basically allows you to adjust brake bias on the fly. It seemed like a good idea when I was building the car and since I already had a hole there I am going with it. I might paint the knob black however as it definitely stands out (which I suspect is the point).

[redo1973]

Looking great.  Your persistence will add to the pride this will bring.  I like the labeling. I will be converting my wiper washer to electric and need to mount a switch/push button.  I'm not sure if I will label it or not. 

[70chall440]

Why dont you just change your wiper switch to one for an electric, its a very simple connection and beats having a button someplace.

[redo1973]

I'll have to look into the service manual for that.  I remember seeing a hole in the switched referenced for a washer pump but I've not seen how it works.  The switch moves in three positions so what triggers the pump and for how long?

[redo1973]

BTW - I have a two speed motor and switch so I believe that the embedded washer line is not available in the switch.

[70chall440]

Id have to look at the wiring diagram, but to answer your question, you push in on the switch to activate the washer. I am very sure you could have your cake and eat it as well. I "think" that switch connection is very similar but on a 2 speed it doesnt cover the washer terminal (could be very wrong) but even if that is the case, I think you could wire the 3 speed switch to work with your 2 seed wiper and have your electric washer. Probably a lot of work just to have it in the dash but thats how I roll....  Of course a simple momentary switch under the dash will do the same thing...

[redo1973]

Thnks.  We had also thought about converting the foot pedal design into a momentary switch.  That way I could leave a space on the dash for fans.

[70chall440]

Yeah that would probably work as well

[usraptr]

Your dash and home made labels look great!

[70chall440]

Thanks I really appreciate it

[70chall440]

Major mile stone today; got the dash in.  I procrastinated on installing it for a long time because I was worried I was forgetting something but it was finally time.

[GoodysGotaCuda]

Looks great!!!


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[70chall440]

thanks. Its been a long time coming for sure.

Ever notice how some things come in multiples (not talking about carburetors  ), what I am referring to us life experiences; in example this last week I had to remove the dash in my daughter's 99 Dakota to get at the HVAC unit and replace the heater core, and then reinstall it all. Now I get the dash in the Cuda.... maybe its just I had "Dash" on my mind...

[Cudaragtop]

Looks sweet Mike!
Nice work.