Is the Fuse Block for 1957 Corvette same as 57 Bel Air ?

[Theodore K.]

My 1957 corvette still has the original fuse block in it. Recently, I blew a fuse and changed the fuse but when I turned the radio on the fuse holder arced and got hot. Obviously this has a bad connection. I have looked at the various catalogs I have but cannot find a source for a replacement fuse block. Any suggestions where to look?Thanks---Ted

[John F.]

Re: Source for new or good used Fuse Block for 1957 Corvette

Lectric Limited advertises in the Driveline.

[William C.]

Re: Source for new or good used Fuse Block for 1957 Corvette

Individual Fuse holders are snapped into the "Fuseblock" ofter being machine crimped to an individual wire. This is NOT a do-it yourself project for anyone without a significant amount of specialized tooling. The original fuseclips were stamped, then heat treated, copper plated with a silver plating over the copper. Platings required Cyanide based chemical solutions. NOT a "do it yourself" project...( I was the quality control supervisor for the area in the early 1970's...)

[John H.]

Re: Source for new or good used Fuse Block for 1957 Corvette

Ted -

I don't believe I've ever seen a reproduction/replacement '57 fuse panel - just the later '58-up black molded plastic fuse blocks. Mine were usable on my 57's, so I never had to try and find replacements.


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[Kent S.]

Re: Source for new or good used Fuse Block for 1957 Corvette

Any chance it's like a '57 Bel Air? If so, I'm installing a new (upgraded) harness - American Autowire - in my car and will have the original fuseblock available.

[Steven B.]

Re: Source for new or good used Fuse Block for 1957 Corvette

Try Grosmueller's. Steve

[Mike E.]

Re: Source for new or good used Fuse Block for 1957 Corvette

Ted,
Send me your address and I'll send you one. If it works, send me whatever.
Mike
mikeerns@wi.rr.com

[Theodore K.]

Re: Source for new or good used Fuse Block for 1957 Corvette

Hi Mike, We have spoken before. I think you grew up in Scottsbluff, NE and your father was pastor at St. Johns. that is where I live & go to St. Johns. My address is:Ted Von Kampen2426 6th AveScottsbluff, Ne 69361 Thanks, Ted

[Steven B.]

Re: Source for new or good used Fuse Block for 1957 Corvette

Ted, have you been to Husker Motors there? Did you know Dom? Steve

[Theodore K.]

Re: Source for new or good used Fuse Block for 1957 Corvette

Hi Steven, Yes I have been to Husker motors in the past. They have a very nice 1957 fuelie that I have looked at in the past. Unfortunately DOM passed away a few years ago and some relative runs it now I think. They still have nice cars. Jack, their head mechanic who was always very helpful retired last year I think. He is around town somewhere. Anyway, Mike Ernest came up with one that after some prolonged cleaning did the job. Thanks for your reply...Ted

[Steven B.]

Re: Source for new or good used Fuse Block for 1957 Corvette

Hi Steven, Yes I have been to Husker motors in the past. They have a very nice 1957 fuelie that I have looked at in the past. Unfortunately DOM passed away a few years ago and some relative runs it now I think. They still have nice cars. Jack, their head mechanic who was always very helpful retired last year I think. He is around town somewhere. Anyway, Mike Ernest came up with one that after some prolonged cleaning did the job. Thanks for your reply...Ted

Ted, great place, huh? I contacted them last year and spoke with Dom's nephew who now runs the place. Fewer rare parts now. Steve