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Does anyone produce a correct (fabric-insulated) wire harness for the 1953 model 3100 trucks? I have been unable to find one, and I don't really want to have to buy 35 rolls of wire to make my own. Any help greatly appreciated!
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Try Rhode Island Wiring Service, Inc. They do a lot of work with cars/trucks with this type wiring. I got my 1931 harness from them. They do list your year/model. Their website: http://www.riwire.com/
Last edited by Oldiron; 04/28/14 02:36 PM.
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Somebody back me up here. Didn't 53 have the first "plastic" wire?  
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I was under the impression plastic was for 12 volt, and the cloth covered stuff for 6 volt… but I'm usually wrong on stuff like this...
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Thanks for the lead Oldiron. I'm still not positive whether I need plastic or fabric-insulated wire; will need more research.
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OK, I checked it out. The early 53 Truck was cloth covered wire. The late 53 Truck used the plastic covered wire.
RAY Chevradioman http://www.vccacolumbiariverregion.org/1925 Superior K Roadster 1928 Convertible, Sport, Cabriolet 1933 Eagle, Coupe 1941 Master Deluxe 5-Passenger Coupe 1950 Styleline Deluxe 4-Door Sedan 1950 Styleline Deluxe Convertible 2002 Pontiac, Montana, Passenger Van 2014 Impala, 4-Door Sedan, White Diamond, LTZ 2017 Silverado, Double Cab, Z71, 4X4, White, Standard Bed, LTZ If you need a shoulder to cry on, pull off to the side of the road. Death is the number 1 killer in the world.
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What is the serial number break between early and late '53 trucks?
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What wire was in your truck when you got it? Cloth or plastic?
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When I bought the truck, it was about 75% done. There is a brand new plastic-insulated wire harness in the truck, put there by the former owner. I'm trying to figure out what is correct. Last 6 digits of VIN are 021143, which tells me it may be right on the line between "early" and "late" in the '53 model year.
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The early/late division would depend on the assembly plant. and how many cars were assembled at that plant. Where was your truck assembled?
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The truck was assembled in Atlanta (Lakewood).
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I don't have the 1953 production numbers but in 1952 the Atlanta plant produced 15,298 3100 series trucks. !952 was a low production year and more were made in 1953. Going by that I would say your 1953 is a late model.
The engine blcck and transmission case is dated, one or the other or both is original would give a clue....also the cylinder head.
When was the change over? I have the info. some place but can't find it.
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Is the '53 wiring harness the same for the '52?
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