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Light and Wiper switch with aftermarket gagues? #84676
07/06/08 08:50 AM
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I put a set of Autometer gauges in a Redline Gauge Works panel in my Duster. Now I need to find something to do with the lights and wipers. I don't want to put the stock switches in the gauge panel, as the holes in the old gauge cluster were recessed and they would stick out in the new one. If I keep the old switches, I'll probably extend the wiring and put them under the dash somewhere, but I'd like to find some other kind of switch, something like a toggle switch or other, to put in the gauge panel. Anyone have ideas and suggestions?




Re: Light and Wiper switch with aftermarket gagues? [Re: 71blueduster] #84677
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Re: Light and Wiper switch with aftermarket gagues? [Re: 71blueduster] #84678
07/06/08 10:07 PM
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How about an illuminated Rocker Switch?



http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3097457

Just make sure the switch is rated for the amps it has to carry or use a relay. If you Google "rocker switch" you'll find them with various amp ratings.

Re: Light and Wiper switch with aftermarket gagues? [Re: Lefty] #84679
07/06/08 11:21 PM
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Do you have an electronics store near you? One near me has a neat assortment of buttons, switches, and toggles for all sorts of needs. - two position, three position, momentary etc. If you have a two speed wiper motor, a ON-OFF-ON toggle would work nicely.

How about solid toggles with small indicator lights mounted neatly somewhere there too.

Last edited by DirectSubjection; 07/06/08 11:23 PM.

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Re: Light and Wiper switch with aftermarket gagues? [Re: DirectSubjection] #84680
07/07/08 09:24 PM
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Anyone know how I would wire the lights up to a rocker switch? There are 4 pins on the stock light switch?







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