At the suggestion of a mechanic/hot rod friend, I'm replacing the wiring
on my '59 MGA. Rather than buy a wiring harness (at his suggestion) I'm
wiring it myself following the diagram in the shop manual. I've used 14
gauge stranded auto wire. Though I could only get solid colors I've used
little number tags on both ends and have double/triple checked every so
far. I am about done and ready to "test" it. While it may be a bit
late to be asking questions, I'd rather do it now than after I burn up
my pride & joy.
1. Is 14 gauge wire adequate for all connections or are there some
where a heavier wire is needed? (I know about battery leads and cable
from starter switch to starter - are there other less obvious leads?)
2. Are there any "booby traps" in the shop manual wiring diagram for
1500 MGAs? By that I mean printing errors or other glitches that are
detectable only by experience or superior skill.
I've been really careful and will check it all again (and again and
again). I will test the lights/horn etc without the fuel tank installed
and have an extinguisher on hand at all times. I would have asked the
group first but just found out y'all were here. Thanks for the help.
ralph cordell
'59 MGA
'84 Turbo Regal
'87 Grand National
'96 Toadmaster (wife's car)
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