How are the speakers on a Delco Radio connected?
Most 60’s and many early 70’s Delco radios use grounded speaker systems. With these grounded speaker systems, the negative (-) speaker terminals are connected to the vehicle’s metal body. And any negative speaker connections on the radio plug are internally connected to ground (the radio’s metal case).
When did Delco start making fader control radios?
Sometime around 1972, Delco started building radios with built-in fader controls. The built-in control eliminated the need for extra wiring and provided rear speaker output connections directly on the radio. The letter K near the end of the radio’s Service Model Number designates a model with an integral fader control.
When did Chevy Delco 2700 series radios come out?
This radio size was introduced in 1973 and by the late 70’s to early 80’s it had become the GM corporate standard for most trucks and rear wheel drive cars. The GM service & repair literature often refers to these as Delco 2700 series units.
Where does the Orange wire plug in on a digital radio?
The black 2-terminal connector used on digital radios uses Pack-Con terminals and is usually on it’s own sub harness. The orange wire usually plugs into the “BAT” tap point on the fuse box. And the brown wire usually plugs into the parking light circuit on the headlight switch.
What’s the best way to replace a Dashboard Light?
Replace dashboard lights by removing the trim panel and instrument cluster. It sounds intimidating, but it’s simpler than you might think with an online factory manual. Pull the radio (if required) using a set of radio removal tools (available for a few dollars at any auto parts store).
Most 60’s and many early 70’s Delco radios use grounded speaker systems. With these grounded speaker systems, the negative (-) speaker terminals are connected to the vehicle’s metal body. And any negative speaker connections on the radio plug are internally connected to ground (the radio’s metal case).
Sometime around 1972, Delco started building radios with built-in fader controls. The built-in control eliminated the need for extra wiring and provided rear speaker output connections directly on the radio. The letter K near the end of the radio’s Service Model Number designates a model with an integral fader control.
Where are the dashboard lights located on a vintage truck?
Vintage vehicles may need dashboard lights replaced. The instrument panel is located below the front windshield and houses a variety of lights and dials. These dash lights help drivers monitor the performance of the truck, including the indicators and symbols for temperature and fuel as well as the oil level and tire pressure.