Hiding that Solenoid

Hg80Design

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I have seen a lot of people do hidden wire setups on their mustangs. I have 65 mustang that i have decided to start this project on. The one thing I really want to do is eliminate or relocate that ugly solenoid on the fender that has a rats nest of wires coming from it.

I have considered moving it inside the fender well but I am nt sure how to protect it from the road grime and water. Was considering some type of cover but was unsure where i could find a product like this.

Or is there anyway I can completely remove this thing? I have a feeling relocating it to the inner fender would be the easiest.

 

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GOvert

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Solenoid relocation

I am relocating my battery to the trunk and the main power wire will be running along the passenger side rocker below the sill plate. I'm considering hiding the solenoid in the right front torque box about 1 foot from the starter. Also make a small access door on top of the torque box under the passenger toe board to get into where the solenoid is relocated to. Just be sure to use body seam sealer on all of the inside torque box seams to keep any road water and grime from getting into that area.

 

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mr-fixit

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How about a late model starter /solenoid combo?

 

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GNGREN

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mr-fixit said:

How about a late model starter /solenoid combo?

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I was thinking the same thing.

 

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Grabber70Mach

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I think on some of the high torque mini starter that the solenoid is relocated to the stater. this eliminate the need for the starter on the fender apron.

 

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chromedog

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yoou still need the ignition solenoid with the mini starters... the old solenoid is as much for the ignition as for the starter. most guys hide the solenoid behind the shock tower, and lengthen the wiring.