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 Post subject: Brake light switch
PostPosted: Sat Dec 06, 2008 8:50 am 
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I installed a dual reservoir MC on my 60 Valiant, problem is there is no accommodation for a brake light switch as was on the original one.

I am thinking I will have to go with a switch at the brake pedal but wanted to know if anyone has other ideas.

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A mechanical switch is definitely the way to go...it'll be something of a nuisance to install, but it'll be a one-time nuisance, not the repetitive nuisance of a hydraulic switch. Also, the mechanical switch gives better safety performance, since the brake lights come on as soon as you touch the brake pedal, rather than once you've pressed it hard enough to pressurise the hydraulic system. The easiest switch to adapt will be a NAPA Echlin SL-169 or Standard/BlueStreak SLS-66. This switch has a long threaded shank for easy adjustability and adaptability to just about anything. You may be able to use/modify a '62-'66 brake light switch bracket.

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PostPosted: Sat Dec 06, 2008 9:21 am 
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Thanks SSD, you da man.
:D Again, as always, your insight into parts #'s/brands is appreciated.

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