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Headlight wiring

Post by Sgt Midnite » Wed Feb 01, 2023 5:58 pm

I recently bought a 1923 T. The wiring is terrible. I have looked at the catalog and have seen the wiring kits for the headlight. I don't see if there is a cover or grommet or rubber piece that goes from the wiring to the headlight. Is there a separate piece? Also, does the kit come with one side or do I need to order two to do both lights? Thanks for your help!
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Re: Headlight wiring

Post by Allan » Wed Feb 01, 2023 6:08 pm

Each side light is wired through a separate loom, so you need both looms. Thers is a black grommet for the hole in the hood shelf, which is a separate part.

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Re: Headlight wiring

Post by RVA23T » Wed Feb 01, 2023 7:50 pm

And the grommet is a plastic and not rubber.
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Re: Headlight wiring

Post by Scott_Conger » Wed Feb 01, 2023 8:24 pm

Welcome to the hobby Michael
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Re: Headlight wiring

Post by TRDxB2 » Thu Feb 02, 2023 1:11 am

Some additional info to if you don't have
Wire information https://www.modeltford.com/model-t-part ... 1919-1925/
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Re: Headlight wiring

Post by Steve Jelf » Thu Feb 02, 2023 12:39 pm

You shouldn't have to do this, but before you buy any wiring harness be sure the wires are the correct colors. I've seen some where the maker was creative or careless about that.
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Re: Headlight wiring

Post by Sgt Midnite » Thu Feb 02, 2023 1:57 pm

Thanks for the replies and diagrams. That really helps a lot!

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