For my gear install I'm going to install a speed calibration box from Abbott and it needs to be wired in. I'd like to wire it outside of the car using connectors to then plug into the VSS and transmission wire harness, instead of cutting into the harness itself. I'd like to keep the speedcal box in the center console. I don't like the idea of cutting the harness, so I'd like to avoid it if at all possible. I know I'll have to cut into the power, but I should be able to use the center console cigarette lighter for that. Not too worried with that one (if I mess it up I care a lot less since I don't use it). Wout a t tap be a good/acceptable option for the power?
I see you can get the male pigtail plug (harness side) that plugs into the VSS for about $15. But I've been searching and can't find a female pigtail plug that accepts the wire harness. The female end would basically be the VSS itself. Are these types of plugs somewhat universal in the auto industry? Anyone know where I could find one? If the female side plug is not available do you think I could just buy a VSS for like $30 and carefully cut the plastic connector and wires away from the VSS body to create a pigtail plug?
Also, what would be the best option for connecting the speedcal box's ground wire?
I'm definitely not an electrical expert and wiring is not really my thing, so please let me know if I'm being crazy here. Thanks.
I see you can get the male pigtail plug (harness side) that plugs into the VSS for about $15. But I've been searching and can't find a female pigtail plug that accepts the wire harness. The female end would basically be the VSS itself. Are these types of plugs somewhat universal in the auto industry? Anyone know where I could find one? If the female side plug is not available do you think I could just buy a VSS for like $30 and carefully cut the plastic connector and wires away from the VSS body to create a pigtail plug?
Also, what would be the best option for connecting the speedcal box's ground wire?
I'm definitely not an electrical expert and wiring is not really my thing, so please let me know if I'm being crazy here. Thanks.