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Post by brettstevens on Mar 28, 2010 11:53:14 GMT -5
I'm in the process of reinstalling the wiring harness on a gt1 and question what type of switches I can use to replace the pull type headlight switches. Switches include wipers, emergency flashers, headlights. Switches are 4 and 5 lead switches but only 3 leads are being used. Can simple toggle switches be used??
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Post by don29163 on Mar 28, 2010 17:35:38 GMT -5
I think you can. I would use good Quality high amp switches(20 Amp) The cheap plastic ones will overheat. The headlights might need to be on a relay.
Get some more opinions before you rely on my advice.
Don
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Post by centralvalleygter on Mar 28, 2010 21:07:30 GMT -5
I have used basic toggle switches with great success in both my BAHA and Bradley. I also recommend that a relay be used on the headlights (generic ones can be bought at auto stores for $5 to $8). I have used the basic plastic toggle switches for the wipers, lights, fans, etc. without any problems.
Warmest Regards,
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Post by jspbtown on Mar 29, 2010 8:04:51 GMT -5
I am a big fan of the simple toggle. In fact my Avenger project will use them for headlights, wipers, electric front & rear hatches, and the power windows. You need to make decisions on whether you want to make it real simple (on/off) or slightly more complicated (off/on/on or on/off/on) for things such as:
1. 1 speed wipers versus two speed wipers
2. Headlights & parking lights on, or seperated
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Post by Eric A on Apr 7, 2010 14:09:49 GMT -5
I used basic lighted toggles with no problem but I did change it so everything runs thru relays.
Eric A.
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