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ferrdlee

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what's the easiest/best way to bypass the non-functioning dimmer so the dash lights are always on when the headlight switch is on?
 
Gliderman8

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I just did the very same job yesterday. See here:

TR6 - Rheostat bypass

Today's the day.... For quite some time I've been wanting to bypass my "touchy" rheostat. I've been dreading the job but it's done now. I removed the ashtray in the center of the dash as well as the speaker panel on the right side. With a little finesse I was able to remove all three wires that...
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texbears3

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If your willing to take the rheostat out, it can be cleaned and function like new.
Typically the grease used in the windings become hard, and does not allow the wiper to make contact.
Once the rheostat is out you will need to pry the tongs open that hold it together. Clean old grease off with alcohol or other solvent. Re-grease and reassemble. Should work like new.
 
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