What type of electrical tape was used for the late 60s cars?

[super-bee_ski]

Does anyone have specifics on the original type electrical tape used on late 60s automobiles?
Thanks for any help in this area...

 

[BeepBeepRR]

I know some used cloth tape probably not mopar and some used regular tape. But I would just buy some quality 3M super 33 and call it a day.

 

[kiwigtx]

Scotch 33-Plus is great if there is not too much heat surrounding the wiring ....but if it does get hot, the adhesive will migrate out and attract any loose debris.

You could use the Non-adhesive tape (the like s of YearOne stock it) - as it it easily removed for alterations, but will hold the loom nicely if applied correctly.

Or, for an older car loom, you could use the older technique or lacing the loom, without using tapes. Similar to older aircraft looms.

 

[JimCoronette]

Not sure what width the factory used. I don't have any harnesses to check.

Something like this though.
https://www.amazon.com/Factory-Electrical-Adhesive-Harness-Friction/dp/B07JNGX2ZC

 

[wvmarv]

Does anyone have specifics on the original type electrical tape used on late 60s automobiles?
Thanks for any help in this area...

https://www.yearone.com/Product/chrysler-b-body/hwrap2

https://www.gordonelectricsupply.co...Ft0VomrJSeZpOvKboLGMVm-5RrPpeorBoCwbIQAvD_BwE

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/...k4LLeKrSroceCnuhAL_HyEb3JlyfOAoBoCLZwQAvD_BwE

 

[odcics2]

cloth, not plastic.
Look up vintage cloth electrical tape on ebay. A few guys sell the correct stuff.

 

[Aron Gleason]

I actually have 2 rolls of the cloth tape. I'll sell one roll.

 

[Ranger16]

I have a roll of that cloth tape as well, but it never seems to stick very well.

 

[blue69runner]

I like plastic wiring harness covers and use small tie rap's. Have not had that much luck with tape over the year's due to the hot weather here in Fl. Just my Two cent's.

 

[Beekeeper]

Friction tape would be it if it’s cloth if not there’s actual harness tape that’s plastic. I have NOS mopar harness tape that’s cloth and it’s nothing more than 3m
friction tape.

 

[odcics2]

Guess 3M made the tape for Chrysler, back in the day...

When in need of tape, any kind, I get vintage, made in USA tape. No telling where todays stuff is made, including 3M.

 

[barbee6043]

Cloth friction tape maybe???

 

[odcics2]

Cloth friction tape maybe???

BINGO!!!

 

[1968rt]

I actually had a roll of asbestos friction tape from the 60s. Used it for the starter wiring.

 

[dodgedifferent2]

I just used cloth harness tape. May not be the same but it's hard to remove later.

https://www.amazon.com/Harness-Adhe...s=cloth+electrical+tape&qid=1603122479&sr=8-3

 

[barbee6043]

I have bought cloth friction tape at old timey hardware stores. Cheap enough.

 

[beanhead]

My '68s original harnesses were wrapped in a vinyl non-adhesive tape in the engine bay, cloth under the dash. St. Louis built car.
I've learned my lesson using anything sticky under the hood... I used a non adhesive tape when I re-did my engine wiring.

 

[Mike67]

Look for friction tape, typically used for making up Kerneys ( split bolts). Closest thing I've seen, may even be the same.
https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company...iction-Tape-1755/?N=5002385+3294280628&rt=rud

 

[kiwigtx]

Look for friction tape, typically used for making up Kerneys ( split bolts). Closest thing I've seen, may even be the same.
https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company...iction-Tape-1755/?N=5002385+3294280628&rt=rud

Thanks Mike...I just ordered a roll of that tape from my suppliers to try out.

 

[super-bee_ski]

Well,
Thank you all for your inputs..
Seems we all have learned something here.
Good advice as usual, thanks again!

I actually have 2 rolls of the cloth tape. I'll sell one roll.

I will purchase one from you Aron!

Again, thank you everyone for support!