Electrical nightmare

[stevenalex]

I have finally succumbed into replacing the original wiring harness, and have bought a universal wiring harness to help with the cost. Whoever owned my '78 CJ5 before me really did a job on the wiring. They had spliced so many wires that I don't know what went to what. I have gutted out all the wiring and have started laying in the new wires. I have even bought new gauges just in case the old ones were shot. I am using the chassis diagram to assist me, but majority of the wires do not apply now. I have all the main wires layed in the engine, but am confused as to two things regarding the engine. First, can I just bypass the ignition module and run directly to the distributor or do I have to run through the module. Second, where on the engine block does the water temp sensor line go? I am not seeing any area on the block for it.
Well hopefully I can finish the wiring over this weekend. Thank you in advance to all.

 

[Old Dog]

The first thing you need to do is fill out your vehical info so we know what you have for an engine, ect.
I can tell you that you need the module.

 

[stevenalex]

Sorry didn't realize that I didn't update my info. All set now; bear in mind I don't know all the specs, kind of learning on a curve here.

 

[IOPort51]

I believe you will find the temp sending unit on the drivers side rear of the cylinder head.

 

[54cj3b]

actually its on the right side

 

[IOPort51]

on my 77 it's on the drivers side.

actually its on the right side