TR6 Courtesy light switch

[Bob Legate]

Does anyone have or know where I can get a courtesy light switch that goes on the left side? It has 2 wires with blade connectors and 1 wire with a bullet connector. I've looked at all of the usual suppliers like Moss and Vic Brit but nobody has it. 1971 TR6.

 

[Gliderman8]

Have you checked Rimmer in the UK?

 

[Bob Legate]

Yes, they do not have it either.

 

[ichthos]

It takes a while , but I found/bought a pair on ebay. I have seen both types offered there.
Kevin

 

[TR3driver]

I've had some luck with repairing originals. If you look near the base (where the connection tabs are), there is a welded seam in the plastic. I was able to cut through the seam and pry the end off, which releases the plunger and contacts. Clean them up, bend a little as necessary, then glue back together.

(My Stags don't have the third wire, but I believe the construction is very similar and the two contact switch is likewise hard to find.)

Another option might be a small wiring change. Use a single contact switch (of the right length) to activate a relay. The relay contacts can then supply power to the key light and warning buzzer.

 

[pdplot]

I mounted two courtesy lights - brand unknown from Auto Zone or Napa - on both sides of the transmission tunnel and hooked them up to a switch. That was 17 years ago. I also disconnected the infernal seat belt buzzer and taped off the wire. Good riddance.