Grabber sport lamp switch question

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  1. Sammyd

    Sammyd Member

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    Q - My 71 Grabber is missing the knob off of the sport lamp switch, I have looked at a few other grabbers and so far the original ones I have seen have a chrome knob held on by a set screw. The one that was on my car was also chrome and looked like a quality metal knob. I have been told that it is a black plastic knob by a gentleman who parts out mavericks - So - which is correct? Thanks!
     
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    The Factory ones had a black plastic (or bakelite) lever...here is a picture of one:

    maverick_sportlamps_switch_original.jpg
     
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  3. MaverickLVR

    MaverickLVR takes longer then you think...

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    man, now that's service!

    welcome to the site!

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  4. Craig Selvey

    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    Yep....Roger posted the picture of it.

    As a side note: It seems that 80% of the switches I have seen out there, if not more, are missing the black knob.
     
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    Mine still looks like the pic shown!:)
     
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    where do you find a knob or a switch with a knob?
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    any auto parts store...

    :Welcome:...from Maconga, U.S.A....:Handshake

    I see you're not new, just first post.

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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    Sammy, i see you are a new poster also...:Welcome:
     
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    Acornridgeman MCCI Wisconsin State Rep Moderator Supporting Member

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    If you need a replacement knob and want the exact factory style, check the Cougar parts places, as the 67-68 used the same ones and they always broke too. About $20 for a set of 4.

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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    Eric....I can't seem to see it in your post:

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    I posted the picture above. I can see it in my "preview".....but it doesn't show up in the thread. Hmmmmm.


    Edit.....now it is showing up.
     
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    Acornridgeman MCCI Wisconsin State Rep Moderator Supporting Member

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    Funny, look one minute and it shows up and the next time it is a red X ........... :cry:

    Oh well - if anyones needs these, Cougar parts dealers have them.

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    Many thanks to all of you the replied to my question - the picture and suggestions are very helpful!
     
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