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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 12:54 PM
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Crazy ?

Would it be ok to put engine and trans in before the harness gets back or just wait? I tried to search but couldn't find anything. Thanks guys.
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 01:29 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

It's easier to plug all the connections in with the harness on the engine before you drop it in the car. Plus it's easier to route the bulk of the harness without the firewall and everything being in the way.
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 01:30 PM
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Ok. Thanks bro
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 01:30 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

Some folks swear by installing engine with harness installed and PCM end draped over top of engine. Really is what you find easier.
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 01:43 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

Yeah. I was just try a c what I can get done before hand. It's been 2 years and I'm anxious to hear my girl run.
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 02:56 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

i actually did my harness in car. some like to have it out, others in.
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 03:17 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

I will also be doing my wiring harness with the motor in the car.
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 04:15 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

Originally Posted by 1ADan
i actually did my harness in car. some like to have it out, others in.
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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 06:01 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

Thanks. Another question....the fuel sending unit has 4 lines coming off of it, a supply line, and a return line..what are the other two for? And what do I do with them?
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Old Feb 19, 2012 | 11:43 AM
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Re: Crazy ?

Anyone?
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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 06:37 AM
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Re: Crazy ?

you should have one send, one return, one vented check valve, and one that is for the evap system that goes to the front of the vehicle
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Old Feb 28, 2012 | 07:50 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

Also is there a difference between the truck and fbody crank pulley? More importantly, can I use the truck crank pulley with he ret of the fbody FEAD?
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Old Feb 28, 2012 | 09:51 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

They are different. I had to get a new one.
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Old Feb 28, 2012 | 11:12 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

Seriously? So I can't use the truck one...damn! Smh. Any idea how much this is gonna cost me and where?
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 06:58 AM
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Re: Crazy ?

I have a used Camaro crank pulley I would be willing to part with as I have a SLP underdrive pulley on my car. PM if interested.
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 07:32 AM
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Pm'd
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 08:43 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

I found it easier to put my harness in the car first and then I dropped the motor/trans then plugged the sensors in.I prewired the harness and shortend and lengthened what I wanted with the motor on the stand.Then put the harness through the firewall etc.Everyone has their method..either way works just fine.
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 09:52 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

I like any method that minimizes time spent stooped over the fender.
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 11:06 PM
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Re: Crazy ?

The reason why I'm asking is bc I'm waiting on my harness to get ready and the city is getting in my butt for the car not working. So if I show progress then maybe they'll leave me alone lol.
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