Yes, another fusible link question !

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- Lecher9000
  
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20 years ago

Sat, Aug 23, 2003 12:09 PM

I am replacing one of the FL's at the starter, on my 88 GTA.. I found a generic fusible link that is 14 awg, for GM cars.

I can't find what guage of wire this FL connects to. I am guessing it is 12 awg, but I can't see anyhting on the wire indicating the guage. The color of the wire is red or dark orange.

Anyone know what guage these wires at the starter are ?

Is 12 awg wire thicker than 14 awg ?

Thanks

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- Dennis Smith
  
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20 years ago

Sat, Aug 23, 2003 2:25 PM

Lower the number the thicker the wire.

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- Gary - KQ6RT
  
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20 years ago

Sat, Aug 23, 2003 5:48 PM

12 awg is definitely thicker than 14 awg. The smaller the number the heavier the gauge. The heavier the gauge the more current it will pass. Therefore using a different gauge wire is like using a different value fuse. Take the time to make sure you have the correct value. Otherwise you may still have problems. - Gary