1994 VIP nightmare

[hoss261]

I bought a 1994 VIP valiant and it is an electricians nightmare. There are wires hanging down behind the dash and now I don't have any power. Does anyone know where to get a wiring diagram so I can start to finish fixing this boat?

 

[iwannagofast25]

Re: 1994 VIP nightmare

hey i'm sorry i can't help you much on your electrical issue, but i am looking at a 94 valiant 19ft. i was wondeirng how you like yours, the one i'm thinking of buying has a 5.7 mercruiser, thanks for any input you might be able to give me!

 

[89 VIP Valiant]

Re: 1994 VIP nightmare

I have an 89 Valiant 19' that I just got on the water; it was a huge project when I got it a couple of months ago, I had to install new floor, engine, carpet, seats, service outdrive (OMC Cobra); buffed severely oxidized paint, ect., but I have to say I like the boat a lot. I bought a VIP because they tend to be fairly stylish (I think, at least for the year that I bought) and they are affordable. They won't handle choppy water like a Crownline, but they are a good afforadable boat that looks good. Mine has a 4.3L in it, I would be happy to answer any questions you have, maybe I can help, maybe not!

 

[blueoval1]

Re: 1994 VIP nightmare

Hey Hoss,
Long as it isn't EFI This should help you
Let us know!

Engine Wiring Color Code And Function

Black= Ground , Battery Neg
Red,Red/Purple= Unswitched Wires From Battery Pos
Yellow/Red= Starter Actuating Circuit
Orange= Alternator Output
Purple= Ignition Switched Controlled Wires
Light Blue= Oil Preasure
Tan= Water Temp
Gray= Tach And ESM Module
Blue/White= Power Trim Up(Gauge)
Green/White= Power Trim Down(Gauge)
Brown/White= Power Trim Sending Unit(Gauge)
Blue/White= Power Trim Solenoid Up
Green/White= Power Trim Solenoid Down
Blue= Trim Motor Up
Green= Trim Motor Down
Purple/Red= Ignition Resistor Wire(20ga wire)
Purple/Black= Ignition Resistor Bypass
Purple/White= Carb Choke


Hopefully that will help you.
I had to rewire my entire boat also! I know it isn't a easy thing.
Good Luck!!