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Oct 21, 2010 | 11:03 PM

hov3280

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From: new orleans

new here with a ??

Hi my name is Jonathan and I own a 78 monte. Its been in the back yard for a year or so and I'm ready to bring her back out but my problem is she's not holding a charge. The sad thing is I've brought it to mechanics and they all said they fixed it but didn't. I have a big sound system with its own alternator and battery aside the stock one. My question is, is it hard to just re-wire the whole car? I have some free time rite now and I'm willing to give it try but if not does anyone know of someone or a place in new orleans that can help me out. Thanks in advance for any info.

Oct 21, 2010 | 11:29 PM

yutzybrian

Joined: Jul 2010

Posts: 548

From: USA

Welcome to the forum. First before answering your question let me ask, are you somewhat capable with wiring, soldering, and electrical in general?

Oct 21, 2010 | 11:55 PM

hov3280

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Joined: Oct 2010

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From: new orleans

hey I'm no electrician but I believe I'm capable....I only have two options, give it a try or bring it somewhere.

Oct 22, 2010 | 05:11 AM

Space

Joined: Jul 2008

Posts: 33,585

From: Beach`in Florida

Hi Jonathan, and Welcome to the Monte Carlo Family.
"Nothing Ventured, nothing Gained"
I hope one of our expert member's can help on your
re-wiring question.
I suggest searching out the top audio shops in your area, since
you are running a massive sound system that pulling
a lot of power.
Also, I would search out a book on wiring for your
year/model Monte.
We wish you good luck and look forward to reading
more about your Monte and your Life in New Orleans.
Keep us updated `ok
Peace/Out
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Aftermarket wiring harnesses are available at a variety of prices. EZWIRING.COM, PAINLESSPERFORMANCE.COM and RONFRANCIS.COM all sell pre-made wiring harnesses that you can use to re-wire just about any car.

Last edited by Space; Oct 22, 2010 at 05:14 AM.

Oct 22, 2010 | 05:41 AM

jarheadbobandmax

Monte Of The Month -- November 2009

Joined: Aug 2009

Posts: 1,123

From: northeastern Illinios

welcome to the forum, may sound silly but I believe I would return it to one of the place you originally paid to solve the problem that still haunts you!

Oct 22, 2010 | 08:24 AM

hov3280

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Joined: Oct 2010

Posts: 3

From: new orleans

I wish I could but all the work was done back in new york. I ordered the original wire diagram for the Monte so I'll see if I can handle it. Thanks again and I'll try to get some more picktures up.