Project "Payback"

[tomtuna1978]

SHWEEEEEETTTTTT !!!!! dude !!! that looks sexy !!!! not tryin to pick anything out but .... ive seen those gm weather pack connectors on your spal cooling fans melt when that much amprage is put threw them over time. ... i dont have a suggestion as to what connector to use other than those thow .... more photos !!!!!

[GregWeld]

Originally Posted by tomtuna1978

SHWEEEEEETTTTTT !!!!! dude !!! that looks sexy !!!! not tryin to pick anything out but .... ive seen those gm weather pack connectors on your spal cooling fans melt when that much amprage is put threw them over time. ... i dont have a suggestion as to what connector to use other than those thow .... more photos !!!!!

Tom -- Glad you posted that up - because I thought the exact same thing when I saw them -- they're not for "high amperage" draws. BUT the METRI-PACK stuff LOOKS just like the Weatherpack - so was thinking he was a smart boy and got it right.... For higher amp draws you have to go to the METRI-PACK... Having said that -- the fans might have a high initial amp draw (30 maybe) but I don't think they draw more than a continuous 20... BUT they accumulate dirt - and if they come on at "speed" that could have them drawing some pretty good loads.

Is there a sealed connection system that will carry more than Weather Pack's 20 amps?
Sealed Metri-Pack 280 Series connectors will carry up to 30 amps, and are available in one-, two-, and three-wire configurations. A sealed Metri-Pack 480 Series connector set is available in a two-wire configuration that will carry up to 42 amps. A sealed Metri-Pack 630 Series connector set is available in a three-wire configuration that will carry up to 46 amps.

[tomtuna1978]

greg ... thats exactly what im talking about !!! ... id suggest he gets the 480 or 630 series thow ... just from my experiance here in the desert. those fans will be on all of the time !!! and with the ac on it now ! ... i just like doing overkill on electric fan connections because of what ive seen with the factory stuff ! here in vegas

[Vegas69]

Thanks guys, It's really on a new level. There were a few things where it was midnight and I said that's good enough before just to get it on the road. As far as the connectors go, time will tell. The terminals are different for the 12-14 gauge wire than they are for 14-18. They are dual 12" spals and pull under 20 amps a piece.
http://www.spalusa.com/pdf/30102029_SPEC.PDF#view=FitH I've wired my ignition box with them as well. I can see where the water tight seal could cause an issue with overheating. None of the circuits are over 20 amps however. Like I plan to drive in the rain. I just like the cleanliness of the connectors and ease of disconnecting. I hate the connectors that come in the autowire kit. Sure you can fill them full of dielectric grease but they still suck. Removing the seals between the female and male connection would fix the deal in most scenarios I'd bet. I'll run them this way and keep an eye on it. That's about as much work as putting on my shoes at this point.

[mdprovee]

Todd, your car is loking marvelous baby

[89 RS]

That engine is freakin' sweet man, looks great in the car. I'm hopin' to see a video sometime after you get that thing fired up.

[Vegas69]

Very soon, I'm just waiting on parts. My checlist is getting pretty short. It's looking so good. I can't believe the car has been down for almost 4 months. I can't wait to drive it!!!!!!!

[70rs]

Originally Posted by awr68

Bad Ass!!
Can't wait for some vid!!!!!

Todd, this was my 5k post....saved it for you buddy!!

And you guys call me a post whore!

Kidding Anthony.

Looking great Todd!

[DFRESH]

Originally Posted by Vegas69

Very soon, I'm just waiting on parts. My checlist is getting pretty short. It's looking so good. I can't believe the car has been down for almost 4 months. I can't wait to drive it!!!!!!!

20 days left and counting my friend---geez, I need to schedule another appointment for alignment before the day is here. Can't wait to see it in person again---

D

[NovaBlue71]

Todd, your car is looking awesome. I went back last night and went through this entire thread from the start. I can't believe how much this build reminds me of our build on paul's chevy II. This car just get's better with every new change and improvement and the fact it's has so much owner feedback on those minor tweaks and engineering parts that don't work is great for all who visit this website.. It's great to see the other people on this board interact during this build and the helpful info we can share with each other.Keep up the great work . Any chance you might be coming to gingerman? Would love to see it . take care Joe.