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RAT DAMAGE!

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Mountain_Goat, Apr 6, 2024.

  1. Apr 6, 2024 at 3:29 PM
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    Mountain_Goat

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    IMG_3039.jpg IMG_3041.jpg IMG_3041.jpg IMG_3041.jpg IMG_3041.jpg Rats have gnawed wiring; expect to replace a couple harnesses. Can anyone identify the wiring harnesses in the pictures? Would help me know what to replace.

    thanks
    Mg
     
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  2. Apr 6, 2024 at 3:42 PM
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  3. Apr 6, 2024 at 3:55 PM
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    Replacing harnesses will be too expensive. Just fix the chewed/damaged wires. If you need assistance just let me know.

    You may need a terminal for the connector in the first picture. The wire has been chewed far too close to the connector.
     
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    Clock Volt meter/LSPV Delete/Hyundai 16’s/FP gauge/after 9months of wrenching ZERO oil leaks
    This would be a covered Event by insurance….if you have COMP coverage

    agree with super_white
    Repair wires and ness pigtails

    you have any symptoms that made u look under hood?
     
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    Like^^^

    BTW
    U know what manufacturers use to ‘stop friction’ between wires inside a harness loom?
    Freakin Corn Starch.
    Yum
     
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  8. Apr 6, 2024 at 9:29 PM
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    I’ve bolted some stuff to it *lists cool stuff here*
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    Thanks for the responses.

    symptoms were Intermittent severely reduced power. Right now won’t move at all. Misfires also.
    Mg
     
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    Once you've got this repaired, look up "Honda Capsaicin Tape". Made by Honda, and coated in capsaicin, it'll keep the rats off the wires in the future
     
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