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spade connectors

Introduction

The wiring harness (wiring loom) of

our classic Volkswagen is essential

for the proper functioning of the en-
gine and accessories. Unfortunately,

most old VWs were badly maintained

over the years, the electric circuit

has in many cases been the victim of
maltreatment. Previous owners have

wanted to add or modify accessories,

have carried out quick repairs to the
cables and connections, or have de-

molished entire parts. In California

cars the cabling is hardened by the
inexhaustible sun or in most VW's

the engine cabling is unusable be-

cause the engine ran too hot.

The cabling of our 1960 VW 1200 in

the background is as you would like
to see it with all classic VW's, espe-

cially when you have a 6 volts instal-

lation that needs every tenth volt to

perform well.

For this series about repairing the wir-

ing loom we start by discussing the

spade connectors used to connect
alle parts of the electrical circuit.

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CLASSIC CAR PARTS