Brodhead Pietenpol Association

Original Posted By: "hallstenokc"
Question about wiring up my ignition switch: I'm using shielded P leads(and a shielded ignition harness) so I can use a handheld radio if necessary(like for my first flight). Do I need to run a separate ground wire to theground post on the ignition switch, or can I just terminate the braidedshields at the ground post on the switch and at the engine. Will that makean effective ground? I hate to have to run more wires than necessary - theyadd weight and work, and I'm very lazy.Jack Phillips________________________________________________________________________________

Original Posted By: Jack Phillips
Yes, you should run a separate ground wire to the engine mount and anotherone between the engine and the mount. It is a big joke around here that myTravel Air mag switch will shock the pi** out of you on a mag check if youare sweaty, a detail usually left out (wink) of the briefing of anyone I letfly it.----- Original Message -----

Original Posted By: owner-pietenpol-list-server(at)matronics.com
Thanks, Gene.That was my gut feel anyway. Nothing ever seems to be done the easy way. Iassume the ground wire should be 16 to 18 gage, like the P leads. -----Original Message-----

Original Posted By: "D.Dale Johnson"
Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Ignition Wiring

Original Posted By: Larry Neal