I'll give you boys a golden tip: where you finish wrapping the tape (where u finish and cut it and finally wrap it around the loom) throw a small or appropriate size zip tie over the tape and secure it so the tape can't start separating or come up with time... peace
I've used the exact same protecting sleeve a week ago (6 years since this video) (this is the first time I watch it) and cut it exactly in the same fashion without knowing anything about cars or electric cables, and I'm from Uruguay, South America. I don't know why but I find it extraordinary, almost eerie. I'm quite surprised at myself and pleased to know that I actually did it right, I thought my frankenstein work wasn't conventional. The only thing I would point out is that I avoided using tape because I think it will really wear out with time. I outright avoided having to join sleeves, and in places where I had no choice, I placed a 10 cm piece of a bigger diameter sleeve on top of the joint.
Thank you so much. I was looking for, I don't know, 3 minutes, and I never thought I would find the right tape for a wire harness. Their both bookmarked. 😜
good tutorial, straight to the point. It' looks "easy" on your car. Try the re-wrapping wire bundles on my 1994 Z28 Camaro, then I'll hire you, lol. I bought this tape anyways.
Thank you for this, I am about to redo the loom in my discovery 2. and was looking for different ideas as in running a little longer around the back, stranded or solid core, silicon or pvc etc etc.. But on seeing your vid I think just keep it as designed.. ta
@CraigsDIY as always, a brilliant guide. You've helped me fix so many things on my 2002 Mondeo LX. A question for you... I had to replace the battery, but as I've imported my UK Mondeo to Spain, the battery I bought has the + and - terminals situated as such that I can only make the + cable reach the battery. I've bodged a connection from the - cable to the - terminal on the battery, but I'd really appreciate your advice as to how I could make this important connection permanent and secure. Bests, Ian
Honestly if you've got the wrong format battery and it's new, the easiest thing will be to return it and get the right one. On the 4 cyl it's a DIN53L, the L is the terminal orientation. Check it anyway. Should be easy to order anywhere in Europe. Extending the ground cable will be more of a pain than it's worth, if it was absolutely necessary then I would replace the whole cable, which might require an auto elec place to make it up so the terminals are crimped properly.
But is there a high quality conduit available? The stuff you used looks just like the stuff they put in at the factory which dries out, rots and cracks in just a couple years. Or is that all that is available?
The same thing is happening to me on my mustang gt. The rest of the engine bay looks good but for the shielding going from the alternator to the battery
Here is another important tip... My 100hp Kubota cab was leaking when it rained. Upon investigating, I found that the split in the plastic covering sleeve was allowing water to run into the wiring from the outside mounted lights! I used black RTV and electrical tape to solve the problem. :)
Electrical tape is a nightmare if you need to access thst wire again... It tends to deform and get really gooey and sticky over the years, I would stick with plastic tubing and just seal the split with tape flat against it not around it, that way it should be relatively easy to remove the tap if need be.
I’d like to know why manufacturers left a little exposed wires near the connections plug or to the connections. Is it safe to tape this so that those wires will not greatly exposed to heat of the engine and also to prevent deterioration?
Why replace with the same stuff that really does not protect it from heat When there is so much better stuff out there like titanium sleeves and fiber glass that will
YES! "Harness Tape"! Notice it doesn't say "Loom Tape"! STOP calling a bunch of wires a damn "loom". A loom is something for weaving cloth not for routing electricity.
Who put the black conduit with a slice down all through the center, behind the passenger seat ,I am not a mule ,location Triabunna ✝️🚹back off, onion skin👈
The Chinese garbage sold in this video will melt and turn brittle in a few months just like the original stuff. Don't waste your time. This guy's just looking to make a few pennies.
Amazon links to relevant products are in the description.
I'll give you boys a golden tip: where you finish wrapping the tape (where u finish and cut it and finally wrap it around the loom) throw a small or appropriate size zip tie over the tape and secure it so the tape can't start separating or come up with time... peace
I've used the exact same protecting sleeve a week ago (6 years since this video) (this is the first time I watch it) and cut it exactly in the same fashion without knowing anything about cars or electric cables, and I'm from Uruguay, South America. I don't know why but I find it extraordinary, almost eerie. I'm quite surprised at myself and pleased to know that I actually did it right, I thought my frankenstein work wasn't conventional. The only thing I would point out is that I avoided using tape because I think it will really wear out with time. I outright avoided having to join sleeves, and in places where I had no choice, I placed a 10 cm piece of a bigger diameter sleeve on top of the joint.
nice
Thank you so much. I was looking for, I don't know, 3 minutes, and I never thought I would find the right tape for a wire harness. Their both bookmarked. 😜
Engine bay looks clean and very organized.
good tutorial, straight to the point. It' looks "easy" on your car. Try the re-wrapping wire bundles on my 1994 Z28 Camaro, then I'll hire you, lol. I bought this tape anyways.
That’s why I’m here now lol
May I ask whats the size of Split wiring sleeve? There are lots of size our there.
Thanks so much for this excellent demo! Great detail. I'll refer to it while wiring in a usb charger for my motorcycle. Great camera work also.
Thank you for this, I am about to redo the loom in my discovery 2. and was looking for different ideas as in running a little longer around the back, stranded or solid core, silicon or pvc etc etc.. But on seeing your vid I think just keep it as designed.. ta
Very informative and clear. Great video.
@CraigsDIY as always, a brilliant guide. You've helped me fix so many things on my 2002 Mondeo LX. A question for you... I had to replace the battery, but as I've imported my UK Mondeo to Spain, the battery I bought has the + and - terminals situated as such that I can only make the + cable reach the battery. I've bodged a connection from the - cable to the - terminal on the battery, but I'd really appreciate your advice as to how I could make this important connection permanent and secure. Bests, Ian
Honestly if you've got the wrong format battery and it's new, the easiest thing will be to return it and get the right one. On the 4 cyl it's a DIN53L, the L is the terminal orientation. Check it anyway. Should be easy to order anywhere in Europe. Extending the ground cable will be more of a pain than it's worth, if it was absolutely necessary then I would replace the whole cable, which might require an auto elec place to make it up so the terminals are crimped properly.
But is there a high quality conduit available? The stuff you used looks just like the stuff they put in at the factory which dries out, rots and cracks in just a couple years. Or is that all that is available?
make sure the plastic loom is for high temp..or it will happen again very fast.. 3 months in i had to do it all again
What size is your cable loom in this video ?
Useful video. Thanks. Also, digging the accent mate
Does the wiring harness have electrical tape on the wiring harness when it comes on to showroom floor brand new
Great video, planning to do my wires next, thanks
Exactly what I was looking for!
what do you call this plastic conduit ?
The same thing is happening to me on my mustang gt. The rest of the engine bay looks good but for the shielding going from the alternator to the battery
Here is another important tip... My 100hp Kubota cab was leaking when it rained. Upon investigating, I found that the split in the plastic covering sleeve was allowing water to run into the wiring from the outside mounted lights! I used black RTV and electrical tape to solve the problem. :)
Electrical tape is a nightmare if you need to access thst wire again... It tends to deform and get really gooey and sticky over the years, I would stick with plastic tubing and just seal the split with tape flat against it not around it, that way it should be relatively easy to remove the tap if need be.
@@jmabs5096 Your right, But I just used it to keep the RTV in until it hardened.
Great video man, thank you!
Will it be 90C resistant enough?
Is the harness tape cloth tape?
I’d like to know why manufacturers left a little exposed wires near the connections plug or to the connections. Is it safe to tape this so that those wires will not greatly exposed to heat of the engine and also to prevent deterioration?
Just for flexibility and future access to the terminals I guess.
The problem with electrical tape is, no matter what brand, no matter how you apply, after short time the end start to peel off
Hello.
It's protact from rat bite?
That was helpful thank you.
Exelente video saludos
great video very useful info
Thank you 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🌸
Thank you, sir.
What is the diameter of the sleeve?
What I have there is 16 mm OD but you can get various sizes.
where do you buy harness tape autozone doesnt carry it
Auto-electrician or Amazon links are in the desc.
thanks
Great explanation but a lot of work to install ugly corrugated tubing when there's much nicer options, imo. To each their own, though.
Diameter?
Good
Is that A duratec 2.0/2.3 I spy :P
Duratec HE 2.0, see other videos th-cam.com/play/PLtnCJ6JaLeS1RaKTTcfyPwA01IMK4Pki6.html
nice
Use gorilla tape for long time protection
Why replace with the same stuff that really does not protect it from heat When there is so much better stuff out there like titanium sleeves and fiber glass that will
YES! "Harness Tape"! Notice it doesn't say "Loom Tape"! STOP calling a bunch of wires a damn "loom". A loom is something for weaving cloth not for routing electricity.
Who put the black conduit with a slice down all through the center, behind the passenger seat ,I am not a mule ,location Triabunna ✝️🚹back off, onion skin👈
Just say electric tape
The Chinese garbage sold in this video will melt and turn brittle in a few months just like the original stuff. Don't waste your time. This guy's just looking to make a few pennies.
I gave you a thumbs down because that electrical tape will NOT stay stuck to itself with under hood temperatures being what they are.
Mike Simmons Good thing it's NOT electrical tape then, right?
Mike Simmons
You can't be for real
Mike doesn't read or listen. He's too busy commenting.
Go to 1:26, ya' schmuck...
What a dumbass
What is the diameter of the sleeve in mm???