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Winter Project: Complete Wiring Overhaul
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Additionally, while I'm replacing wires, I think it may be time for some new coils too. I see quite a few options on Z1 and have no idea what I should or should not get. I'm running pods, v&h 4-1 exhaust and I've rejetted. Any ideas would be appreciated.
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1966 A1 Samurai (Restoration Project)
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What ignition are you running? Origional points, or a Dyna S, or Kaw elec ignition?
You can get any bran coils you like, so long as they are a close match/higher resistance than the ignition output.
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Also, I am running stock ignition. Any thoughts on replacement coils and/or upgraded ignition cmponents will be taken into consideration.
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Southern Maryland, USA
1980 KZ250 LTD (traded, but still missed)
1982 KZ750 E3 (Cafe Project) (Dyna-S, Dyna Coils, V&H 4-1, K&N Pods, 6 Sigma Jet Kit, Acewell Computer, Woodcraft Clip-ons, Custom Rewire)
1966 A1 Samurai (Restoration Project)
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KZ1000 P (For a "touring" bike)
Z1 (need I...
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Also, I am running stock ignition. Any thoughts on replacement coils and/or upgraded ignition cmponents will be taken into consideration.
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Southern Maryland, USA
1980 KZ250 LTD (traded, but still missed)
1982 KZ750 E3 (Cafe Project) (Dyna-S, Dyna Coils, V&H 4-1, K&N Pods, 6 Sigma Jet Kit, Acewell Computer, Woodcraft Clip-ons, Custom Rewire)
1966 A1 Samurai (Restoration Project)
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KZ1000 P (For a "touring" bike)
Z1 (need I...
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When building a custom wire harness or loom, use machine tool wiring if possible as it's very flexible. Tinned or Solder coated wire resists corrosion better, but will suffer metal fatique from flexing and break, especially around areas like the steering head.
Having the proper terminal crimping tools might cost a few $$, but will ensure a good connection .
Wiring harness supplies:
www.easternbeaver.com
www.vintageconnections.com
www.electricalconnection.com
www.electricalconnection.com/electrical-components/hitachi.htm
www.terminalsupplyco.com
www.terminaltown.com
www.electerm.com
www.wiringproducts.com
www.painlessperformance.com
www.rallylights.com
www.ratwell.com/technical/Terminals.html
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1. Where does the brown wire from the reg/rect need to connect? In my manual, it looks like it connects to one of the 10 amp circuits with the fuse and ignition switch between the connection and the battery. Am I looking at this one right??? Is this the wire that reads battery voltage to switch the diodes open/shut to not overcharge the battery?
2. Where does the Red/White wire from the reg/rect connect? In my wiring diagram, it appears to connect to the hot side of the starter solenoid (basically straight to the positive battery terminal). Is that correct? I'm assuming that this is the actually charging circuit...
3. I plan to remove the "reserve lighting unit" from the equation to minimize as much as possible. I know this unit is there for safety, as it switches the headlight to the high/low circuit if the current filament fails, but is it REALLY necessary? Thoughts?
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Southern Maryland, USA
1980 KZ250 LTD (traded, but still missed)
1982 KZ750 E3 (Cafe Project) (Dyna-S, Dyna Coils, V&H 4-1, K&N Pods, 6 Sigma Jet Kit, Acewell Computer, Woodcraft Clip-ons, Custom Rewire)
1966 A1 Samurai (Restoration Project)
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Z1 (need I...
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1. Some regulator/rectifiers have internal wiring for this "sense circuit", I's ask the people at www.electrosport.com about it.
2. The heavier gauge white with red strip wire will connect to the battery to keep it charged.
3. It's possible to take the reserve lighting unit out of the wiring harness, but you'll have to wire around it as just un plugging it will leave you with no headlight. Can you post the wiring diagram for your bike?
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MFolks wrote: 3. It's possible to take the reserve lighting unit out of the wiring harness, but you'll have to wire around it as just un plugging it will leave you with no headlight. Can you post the wiring diagram for your bike?
I'm rewiring EVERYTHING, from battery to ground. I think the only wires I may not touch will be from the starter solenoid, to the starter. Everything else is being replaced, and rewired to minimize as much as possible.
Just did a quick scan job of the clymer I have. It came out pretty clear, so zooming in works pretty good. Pay no attention to my scribbles in the margin. That was to identify my custom rear lighting harness in the future if needed
Southern Maryland, USA
1980 KZ250 LTD (traded, but still missed)
1982 KZ750 E3 (Cafe Project) (Dyna-S, Dyna Coils, V&H 4-1, K&N Pods, 6 Sigma Jet Kit, Acewell Computer, Woodcraft Clip-ons, Custom Rewire)
1966 A1 Samurai (Restoration Project)
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Attachment wd.pdf not found
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MFolks wrote: Unfortunately, this is what posted:
Attachment wd.pdf not found
Ok...looks like I scanned upside down, but...use this link and it should work:
kz 750 e3 wiring diagram
Southern Maryland, USA
1980 KZ250 LTD (traded, but still missed)
1982 KZ750 E3 (Cafe Project) (Dyna-S, Dyna Coils, V&H 4-1, K&N Pods, 6 Sigma Jet Kit, Acewell Computer, Woodcraft Clip-ons, Custom Rewire)
1966 A1 Samurai (Restoration Project)
Wish List:
KZ1000 P (For a "touring" bike)
Z1 (need I...
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