need a wiring schematic for a '72

[clutchdust]

working on the '72 now i have it where it will run reasonably well. but i can only take it out in daylight. problem is the headlights won't come on. i have parking, brake and turn signals, but no headlights. this is the farthest into this car i've been so i never saw the headlights work before. i assume, of course, they did work at one point but i do not know if someone previously disconnected something or it's an electrical gremlin of its own device.

also, since installing a pertronix i have no tach reading. where does the tach get its signal?

i have several haynes manuals for this car but it seems the schematics start with the '75 or '76 models. where do i look?

[beandip]

I just returned from the library and they have , at least at my library . The wiring diagrams for the whole car that can be accessed on line . So check with your local library they most likely have the same thing . I am working on another auto related project and needed info. so I asked as long as I was there. You could most likely down load all the information you need . Hope this helps . Gary

[vercingetorix]

Hello,

Try this thread there is a downloadable file. Take it to Kinkos and have them enlarge and print . Works great.

http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19942&highlight=wiring+diagram

Best, H Houghton

[COZY Z COLE]

Look here on this link plus it has alot of other great S-30 tips with pictures....

http://www.atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/electrical.htm

LARRY

[clutchdust]

thanks guys. got a good copy of the schematic now to trace this stuff out.

maybe i'll have better luck with the electrical than i am with the carbs! <grrrr>

[EScanlon]

If you've removed the resistor by the coil, JOIN those two wires. It should be a Green/White and a Black/White. That will restore the circuitry to your Tach. This happened to another member and that was the fix.

As far as your headlights, check the main power ground (Black Wire) at the steering column bundle of wires that connect to the combination switch. Without this wire the headlights won't get power.

FWIW

E

[vercingetorix]

Hello again,

I just spoke to a guy today that restores all Z car wiring harness. He is a bit pricey, but if your in need.... He charges $50.00 an hour for repairs or $750.00 for a concours quality restoration. He sounds like he knows his stuff.

Patrick Restorations

760-522-1555

All I need is money.

Best,

H Houghton