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    Wiring questions

    I am in the process of collecting parts for my Roadster build. This month I am purchasing the electrical parts. I have the Ron Francis wiring harness, auto meter gauges, horn + button, ignition, push button start, clock, red gaurded switches, 1992 Ford Probe turn switch.

    Question? I see some builds with electrial terminal busses on the firewall. Any feedback on this set-up i.e. is it requred for gauge function or just a niceity? Also, if I am forgetting something from my list above please let me know.

    Thanks all,

    Sam

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    I see no need for a terminal bus bar, more connections to deal with. IMO. However, I do think a bank of circuit breakers a neccessity for lights (hi-low), heater, heated seats, fuel pump and other heavy load circuits. I would wire them in areas that you can get to with the body on, otherwise, it'll be a PITA to get to. I would wire the dash with a multi-plug molex for gauges and if needed, one more for any "light" loaded circuit. This way, you can remove the dash easily by just unplugging a major connection or two if needed. My biggest concern is how you plan on doing any repair work (if needed) once the car is complete. I've seen a lot of builds that forget this and when it comes to a repair, well, let's just say it's not easy.
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    I second the plug idea, works great to take dash in or out

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