Clips For 3.2 Engine Harness Connectors

[petercory]

[B]Can anyone provide me with the part number for the wire clips that lock the plugs into the harness connector on the left side of a 3.2 engine?/B]

[steely]

Not sure if this will fit - maybe give them a call?
AMP 2-Pole Female Jr Timer Housing Clip

[NY65912]

I have made a few out of .028 MIG welding wire. I had to try it a few times to get the right dimensions but they work. You have to go a little past 90° at the bends to get the spring.

[yelcab1]

I am impressed with the make your own spring thing for free. If you are going to buy anything, you can buy the whole connector with the pin, housing, and clip for $3.95

[wrxnofx]

I didn't see anything in the PET that had that specific part of the connector as a separate P/N. Why not shoot user Timmy2 a PM? He makes harnesses and may be able to help you out.

[petercory]

Thanks for the help!

[Chuck.H]

Hasn't been mentioned, but you could go to a U-pull-it junkyard and harvest a few of these from mid-80's BMW's or other Bosch derived cars. Not sure you have those up in Connecticut, but they are all over down here in Florida, and usually quite interesting to browse around in.

Chuck.H
'89 TurboLookTarga, 385k miles

[Shaun @ Tru6]

That is really smart!

Originally Posted by NY65912

I have made a few out of .028 MIG welding wire. I had to try it a few times to get the right dimensions but they work. You have to go a little past 90° at the bends to get the spring.

[NY65912]

Shaun, in case you didn't already know, I'm a genius! Thanks!

[timmy2]

How many do you need. I probably have a few spares from old harnesses kicking around.
Pm me your address and I'll mail some to you for free.
I'm sure I have a forever stamp to donate too.

[JJ 911SC]

Originally Posted by NY65912

Shaun, in case you didn't already know, I'm a genius! Thanks!

Well, I would like to get your wife opinon on this... BTDT

[NY65912]

Oh, she has an opinion for sure

[Shaun @ Tru6]

Originally Posted by NY65912

Shaun, in case you didn't already know, I'm a genius! Thanks!

Having parted out a ton of cars to pay for the addiction, you have no idea how many WTF moments I've had over the years. Parted out cars are not typically owned by winners. If I found these post-purchase, this is one of the very few times where I'd think what a great idea. Could be only. Man it's terrible what some people do these cars with homespun crap.

[petercory]

Thanks for the offer Timmy 2, I ordered 2 from Eagle Day, if they aren't the right ones, I'll take you up on your offer.

[gazzerr]

The Eagle Day ones worked just fine for me.

[timmy2]

Lol, I could have charged you $1 shipped for them if that would have made you feel better!