A few weeks ago I was four-wheeling with some friends and their old Jeeps when disaster nearly struck. An electrical fire started in the engine compartment of one of the CJs and fried a wiring harness ...

Last month we showed you some of the more commonly used components for wiring your street rod. We talked about wire sizes, fuses, terminals, and other good stuff. This month we'll cover the techniques ...

Automotive wiring has always been perceived as a sort of ''black art" that only a few high priests of hot rodding knew much about. And the wiring harnesses and various devices installed by the car ...

Article 300 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) contains the general requirements for wiring methods and materials for power and lighting [Sec. 300.1(A)]. It includes the general requirements for ...

Chapter 3 of the Code is titled “Wiring Methods and Materials.” The first article in Chapter 3 is Art. 300, “Wiring Methods.” This article covers the general wiring methods for all wiring ...

If your automotive electrical knowledge is a bit weak, heed these do’s and don’ts before you tackle your next wiring project For many, wiring is one of the most intimidating aspects of a restoration ...

Q: I am in the process of updating the landscaping around my deck with more lighting and a fountain. I have done indoor wiring before. What are some of the precautions when running wiring outdoors? A: ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Wire connectors are electrical fasteners that are essential to help you join (splice) ...

Electrical work rarely happens in isolation. Once you open walls, touch a service panel, or replace aging components, you can ...