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    The document discusses the wiring system of early Model A Fords from 1928-1930. It describes the types of wires, battery connections, fuse locations, and wiring diagrams. Key points covered include using stranded wire for flexibility, ensuring proper battery connections and polarity, and locating the starter switch and terminal box. Common wiring issues like lights burning out and horns not working are addressed along with solutions like checking grounds and connections.

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    The document discusses the wiring system of early Model A Fords from 1928-1930. It describes the types of wires, battery connections, fuse locations, and wiring diagrams. Key points covered include using stranded wire for flexibility, ensuring proper battery connections and polarity, and locating the starter switch and terminal box. Common wiring issues like lights burning out and horns not working are addressed along with solutions like checking grounds and connections.

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    The document discusses the wiring system of early Model A Fords from 1928-1930. It describes the types of wires, battery connections, fuse locations, and wiring diagrams. Key points covered include using stranded wire for flexibility, ensuring proper battery connections and polarity, and locating the starter switch and terminal box. Common wiring issues like lights burning out and horns not working are addressed along with solutions like checking grounds and connections.

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    MODEL A FORD WIRING

    Keeping the Current Flowing


    TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAM (NO COWL LAMPS) 1928 TO MARCH
    1929
    TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAM (WITHOUT COWL LAMPS)
    beginning in February 1929
    About Ford Wiring
    • Wires were cloth covered, rubber insulated
    • Ford used 16 gauge wire on lamp wiring
    • Wire gauges in 1930’s not the same as today
    • Wires were bigger around, yet not as good
    – Modern materials
    – Better copper stands
    • 6 Volt systems need a larger gauge than 12
    volt to ensure good current flow
    Stranded Wire vs Solid Wire
    Stranded wire is much more flexible than solid wire of
    equal size. For this reason, stranded wire is used when
    the wire needs to move around frequently, in
    automotive applications or in appliances for example.
    Conversely, solid wire is used when little or no
    movement is needed, such as home wiring. When
    working with your Model A used stranded wire for the
    best results. Ford used only stranded wire.
    The Battery – Where it All Starts
    Battery
    • Correct polarity – 6V ground is Positive
    • Keep electrolyte levels correct – distilled water
    • Caps in place
    • Keep connections clean and tight
    • Keep fully charged – trickle charges a good idea
    • Do not over charge – 10 amps for average driving
    • Keep securely mounted
    • Connect ground strap last
    Battery Ground Cable

    Service Bulletin - March 1930


    Ground Cable Attached
    Service Bulletin – November 1929

    Modern Cable #2
    wire

    Model A Cable #1
    wire
    Battery Cable Routing

    Service Bulletin – November 1929


    Battery Mounted
    Use care to ensure no
    contact with battery hold
    down
    Safety Fuse

    Black Enamel Paint


    Starter Switch
    Cut Out to Terminal Box Wiring Harness
    To Terminal Box –
    Yellow wire to
    passenger side

    To
    Generator
    Cutout

    To Starter Switch
    Post
    1928-1929 Models Used a
    Steel Conduit

    Painted Black Enamel

    Firewall
    Clip for
    Conduit
    Hole for Wire to
    Starter Switch
    Connections

    Terminal Box

    Generator Cut Out


    Cut Out Variations
    Alternator
    Dash Wiring to Terminal Box Harness

    Amp Meter Discharge Side

    Igniton Switch

    Amp Meter
    Charge Side

    Terminal Box
    Driver’s Side
    Passenger’s Side

    Coil Positive Post


    Dash Connections

    Discharge Side
    Ammeter
    Pop Out Switch Internal
    Dash with Replacement Switch

    Discharge Side
    Clearance is Minimal – Protect
    Connections
    • Service Bulletin
    • June 1930
    • For trucks, but
    • dash and gas tank
    • are the same
    Instrument Light Connection
    Slack in Instrument Light

    Service Bulletin
    June 1930
    Terminal Box Connection

    Coil Wire

    New Hook-up
    Service Bulleting – November 1929
    Terminal Box
    Reproduction vs Original

    Backside of Reproduction Backside of Original


    Ignition Wiring

    Lower plate wire to upper plate


    connection
    Distributor
    Modern Coil Wire

    Original Coil Wire


    Coil

    Service Bulletin – June 1930


    Main Wiring Harness
    Light Switch Housings

    First Design
    Open Bail

    After Feb. 1928 W/ Twolight to April 1930 After Feb. 1930


    Reproduction Light Switch Cover

    Flat Surface
    Light Switch Connections – Used After
    February 1928 with Ford “H”
    Headlights (Fluted Lens)
    Light Switch Connections Used with
    Twolight headlamps
    Wiring Harness w/ Cowl Lights

    Bauer Electronics – Used with


    Permission
    Light Connection
    Switch Attachment
    Wiring Clip Under Hood Latch

    Service Bulletin –
    April 1929
    Service Bulletin – June 1930
    Horn Connection
    Horn Rod

    Pressing Button Completes


    Plastic Insulator Circuit to Ground
    Headlight Connection
    Courtesy of Bratton’s
    Antique Auto Parts
    Headlight Wire Plug Connection

    Service Bulletin – May 1930


    Headlight Socket Connections
    Headlight

    Courtesy of Bratton’s Antique Auto Parts


    Inside Headlight
    Main Wiring Harness – Going to Rear
    Wiring to Stop Light Switch
    Stop Light Switch
    Tail Light Connection
    Tail Light (s)
    Wire Clips
    1 - A-14585 Rear harness to frame clip.
    5 req.
    2 - A-14565 Rear harness to fender
    bracket or skirt. Used with teacup
    style rear lamp. 1 req.
    3 - A-14595-A Rear harness to lamp
    bracket. Used with drum style rear
    lamp. 2 req.
    4 - A14592 Rear lamp harness to body.
    used on most Fordor bodies and many
    commercial bodies.
    Tail Light Loom
    Cross Over Wire – Dual Tail lights
    Cowl and Dome Lights

    Service Bulletin
    June 1930
    Cowl Light Connectors / Clips

    Cowl lamp harness connector (1929-31) and frame clip.


    “C” shaped connector clip was used in 1929. The“S”
    shaped frame clip was used on 1930-31 models.
    Cowl Light
    Service Bulletin
    October 1930
    Turn Signals
    Bauer Electronics – Used with Permission
    Trouble Shooting Tools
    Where To Find Voltage

    From Model A Ford Mechanics Handbook by Les Andrews


    – Available from MAFCA
    Typical Problems
    Problem Probable Cause
    • Lights Bulbs Burn Out Often • Poor Ground Between
    Battery & Generator
    • Horn Inoperative • Dirty Armature
    • Poor Connection at Light
    Switch
    • Defective Horn Rod

    • Ammeter Shows Discharge • Defective Generator


    • Defective CutOut
    Typical Problems (Cont.)
    Problem Probable Cause
    • Ammeter Shows High • Generator Out of
    Charge Adjustment
    • Tail Light Does Not Work – • Poor Ground or Wire
    Good Bulb Connection
    Ignition Trouble Shooting

    From Model A Ford Mechanics Handbook by


    Les Andrews – Available from MAFCA
    Preliminary Test
    • Test for 6V at Starter
    • Test for 6V at both Terminal Box Nuts
    • Test for 6V at both Coil Terminals
    • Open Point – Insert Piece of Paper – Then turn
    on Ignition (Key On) – Test for 6V on Arm

    If any test failed, trace the fault to a


    disconnected or broken wire in the circuit

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