Why is the Orange/white dome light wires so large?

Discussion in 'Sparky's corner' started by Houndogforever, Nov 26, 2023.

  1. Houndogforever

    Houndogforever Silver Level contributor

    Were the bulbs back in the day big power draws? Or was it due to how long the run from fusebox to rear seat sail panels?
    Or was it for protection from damage?

    Just wondering why THOSE wires are quite large, yet the tail light harness has much smaller wires.
     
    Houndogforever, Nov 26, 2023
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  2. Smartin

    Smartin antiqueautomotiveservice.com Staff Member

    I think it's just the insulation that is thick on those wires. Probably because they are routed without any additional protection through pillars and roof structures.
     
    Smartin, Nov 26, 2023
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  3. Mark Demko

    Mark Demko Well-Known Member

    Lolol, a lot of wires/wiring on these cars are more like cables :p
     
    Mark Demko, Nov 28, 2023
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  4. Houndogforever

    Houndogforever Silver Level contributor

    I have purchased virtually all new wiring harnesses so that my 15 year investment doesn't burn up. However, I'm thinking those lighting harness and the flat ribbon cable are probably just fine as is.
    Probably.
     
    Houndogforever, Nov 28, 2023
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