{"id":9970280169712,"title":"Classic Update Kit - 1970-73 Pontiac Firebird","handle":"classic-update-kit-1970-73-pontiac-firebird-510174","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican Autowire is proud to announce the release of the updated 510174 Firebird Classic Update Kit, a complete redesign crafted exclusively for the 1970-73 Pontiac Firebird. After extensive customer feedback and careful product evaluation, we’ve implemented a comprehensive set of improvements that further distance this already exceptional kit from its Camaro-based predecessor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not just a refinement—it’s a ground-up overhaul designed specifically with Firebird enthusiasts in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe updated 1970-73 Firebird kit includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAn updated ATC fuse panel and fuses, along with modern GXL wire throughout. Wire functions are labeled every 3 to 5 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePre-built dash harness and our exclusive gauge cluster disconnect system for use with stock or aftermarket instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEngine and front light harness with extra-long leads for custom routing and updated engine and transmission combinations. Original-style bulkhead connectors included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA six-way power accessory plug that can be used as a convenient power source for aftermarket accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA rear body wiring with extra-long leads for custom routing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e175 amp mega fuse kit with 6 gauge charge cable to support a high output charging system and internally regulated alternator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComprehensive Dash Support: Designed for both the standard dash and optional Rally Gauge cluster, including factory-style lighting for the voltmeter and fuel gauge. Also supports most aftermarket gauge packages.Heating \u0026amp; A\/C Compatibility: Includes a complete factory-style heater harness. Optional factory A\/C kits (510996 for 1970-71, 510998 for 1972-73) available separately. Aftermarket heat\/A\/C systems are also supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsole PRNDL Lighting Extension: Comes pre-wired for console shifter illumination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTachometer Ready: Services both early (1-wire) and late (2-wire) factory tach setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccurate Rear Lighting Harness: Includes all correct lamp sockets and trunk clips for a true OEM fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParking Lamp Compatibility: Supports both early (1970–early ‘72) and late (late ‘72–’73) style parking lamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRally Gauge Temp Sender Harness: Includes correct jumper harness and clear instructions for both warning lamp and rally gauge installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRam Air Power Feeds: Comes with three distinct 12V power feed wires for various Ram Air configurations (Ram Air harnesses sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT400 Transmission Support: All necessary underhood wiring and clear instructions included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"American Autowire Product Instructions\" src=\"https:\/\/api.americanautowire.com\/shopify\/instructions.php?p=510174\" height=\"650\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCatalog\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-paperturn=\"embed-v1\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: 408px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.paperturn-view.com\/?pid=MzA305461\u0026amp;p=58\u0026amp;bgcolor=%23DCCFC7\u0026amp;embed=script\u0026amp;shadow=1\u0026amp;flipSound=1\u0026amp;hardCover=1\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" style=\"border: 0px; display: block; background-color: #dccfc7;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2026-04-04T12:43:53-07:00","created_at":"2026-04-04T12:43:53-07:00","vendor":"american-autowire","type":"Classic Update Wiring Kits","tags":["AAW","Classic Update Wiring Kits","FIREBIRD","PONTIAC","vehicle-filter"],"price":112600,"price_min":112600,"price_max":112600,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":49500213543152,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"510174","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Classic Update Kit - 1970-73 Pontiac Firebird","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":112600,"weight":7530,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/www.hitechclassics.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/510174NEW.jpg?v=1775331836"],"featured_image":"\/\/www.hitechclassics.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/510174NEW.jpg?v=1775331836","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":44159695257840,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.513,"height":2635,"width":3988,"src":"\/\/www.hitechclassics.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/510174NEW.jpg?v=1775331836"},"aspect_ratio":1.513,"height":2635,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.hitechclassics.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/510174NEW.jpg?v=1775331836","width":3988}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican Autowire is proud to announce the release of the updated 510174 Firebird Classic Update Kit, a complete redesign crafted exclusively for the 1970-73 Pontiac Firebird. After extensive customer feedback and careful product evaluation, we’ve implemented a comprehensive set of improvements that further distance this already exceptional kit from its Camaro-based predecessor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not just a refinement—it’s a ground-up overhaul designed specifically with Firebird enthusiasts in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe updated 1970-73 Firebird kit includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAn updated ATC fuse panel and fuses, along with modern GXL wire throughout. Wire functions are labeled every 3 to 5 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePre-built dash harness and our exclusive gauge cluster disconnect system for use with stock or aftermarket instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEngine and front light harness with extra-long leads for custom routing and updated engine and transmission combinations. Original-style bulkhead connectors included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA six-way power accessory plug that can be used as a convenient power source for aftermarket accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA rear body wiring with extra-long leads for custom routing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e175 amp mega fuse kit with 6 gauge charge cable to support a high output charging system and internally regulated alternator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComprehensive Dash Support: Designed for both the standard dash and optional Rally Gauge cluster, including factory-style lighting for the voltmeter and fuel gauge. Also supports most aftermarket gauge packages.Heating \u0026amp; A\/C Compatibility: Includes a complete factory-style heater harness. Optional factory A\/C kits (510996 for 1970-71, 510998 for 1972-73) available separately. Aftermarket heat\/A\/C systems are also supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsole PRNDL Lighting Extension: Comes pre-wired for console shifter illumination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTachometer Ready: Services both early (1-wire) and late (2-wire) factory tach setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccurate Rear Lighting Harness: Includes all correct lamp sockets and trunk clips for a true OEM fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParking Lamp Compatibility: Supports both early (1970–early ‘72) and late (late ‘72–’73) style parking lamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRally Gauge Temp Sender Harness: Includes correct jumper harness and clear instructions for both warning lamp and rally gauge installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRam Air Power Feeds: Comes with three distinct 12V power feed wires for various Ram Air configurations (Ram Air harnesses sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT400 Transmission Support: All necessary underhood wiring and clear instructions included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"American Autowire Product Instructions\" src=\"https:\/\/api.americanautowire.com\/shopify\/instructions.php?p=510174\" height=\"650\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCatalog\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-paperturn=\"embed-v1\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: 408px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.paperturn-view.com\/?pid=MzA305461\u0026amp;p=58\u0026amp;bgcolor=%23DCCFC7\u0026amp;embed=script\u0026amp;shadow=1\u0026amp;flipSound=1\u0026amp;hardCover=1\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" style=\"border: 0px; display: block; background-color: #dccfc7;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}