<VV> Directional Signal Assembly

[J R Read_HML]

Sounds to me like a poor ground or a poor connection at the LR.  The turn 
signal and the brake light use the same filament in the bulb.  The ground is 
strong enough to pass current for the tail lights, but not strong enough to 
pass current for the more demanding (brighter) brake/turn lights.

Try some sand paper in the socket (sides and bottom contacts) and where the 
light housing contacts the car body.

Later, JR

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Rich Purtell" <rpurtell1 at comcast.net>
To: <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 6:07 PM
Subject: <VV> Directional Signal Assembly


I have metered out the wiring on my 1966 Corsa brake and turn signal 
circuits and have come to the conclusion the switch assembly is at fault. I 
have no brake light or directional indicator on the left side (rear). The 
front left signal does flash and the right side works both front and rear if 
you hold your mouth just right. Before I do anything drastic is there 
anything else to check? I have continuity all the way from the connector on 
the steering column to the rear lights. Is it possible to clean or bend the 
contacts on the switch or should I just go ahead and start searching for a 
replacement?

Rich 66 Corsa Conv./Houston
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