<VV> 65-66 turn signal switches

[Marc Sheridan]

I replaced the turn signal switch in my '66 back in 2002, with a repro from
Clarks that was $75. It has worked flawlessly ever since. Is it possible
that the problem is with the cancelling cam on the steering wheel?  I did
replace mine when I installed the new switch, but I can't remember why.

Marc Sheridan

On Mon, Dec 5, 2011 at 10:17 AM, <gswiatowy at rochester.rr.com> wrote:

> I've been having Turn Signal switch woes for years on my 65 Monza.
>
> Original had one brake light not lighting.
> Thgose brittle springs inside the mechanism.
> Signal yes, brake light no.
>
> Put one in out of an old column.
> Had to "hold" signal lever to make work, both directions.
>
> Bought a new re-production, not Clarks, but I'm guessing same manufacturer.
> Kept having no light situation.
> Small springs were coming out of place.
>
> Bought reproduction from Clarks, now have to "hold" lever when making a
> right.
>
> I beleive faulty design from day one, so the re-pros are not much better.
>
> Gary Swiatowy
>
>
>
> > From: "henry kaczmarek" <kaczmarek at charter.net>
> > Subject: <VV> Completed Ultra Monza in the Garage
> >
> > Turn Signal Switch: I bought my very first one from Clark's in 1987 and
> it cost 50.00.  I bought one 10 years ago from Clark's for approx 125.
>  These were GM switches.  We have now put 2 turn signal switches in the car
> and neither has worked, I'm not positive of the price but they are
> CONSDERABLY LESS than 125.    My thinking takes me to the vendors no longer
> have the GM switch, and have outsourced it to some overseas outlet.
> >
> > One was taken from an original column and placed  in my Monza and it
> worked perfectly, so there are no wiring/ground issues in the car, or
> flasher issues.
> >
> > Needless to say, I'm in the market for a couple of Turn Signal switches.
>  Would Prefer NOS, or very lightly used, i.e. Plastic isn't already
> discolored and aged to the point of failure that are KNOWN GM. (65-66
> Style).
> >
> > Also in the Market for an NOS 2 Speed Wiper Switch.   Will pay market
> prices.
> >
> > Will keep the list advised of progress.  I'll be driving the Monza to
> work tomorrow if the weather is nice, and I'm sure Steele's tech gurus will
> want to take a look at the weatherstripping.  I'm not sure who makes the
> seals, so I won't speculate. All I know is Steele doesn't.
> >
> >
> > Pictures will be on my FB page soon.
> >
> > Best Regards
> > HANK
> >
>
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