Damn Electrical!

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  1. Bunn42

    Bunn42 New Member

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    Having electrical problems....Problem started with no tail lights no break lights solid turn signals...but hey at least the Hazard flashers worked properly. Here is a list of everything I have done so far; all new fuses, changed out rear light recepticals, new break light switch (not fun at all), new ts flasher, new hazard flasher, new head light switch. All problems solved except for the passenger side break light...I tried jumping it from the driver side which worked great for the break light....not so well for the ts with it jumped on direction signal controls both lights (fail).
    My next step is to replace the TS switch (not looking forward to this). my problem is I cannot find one that says it is for a maverick. I found this one it appears to be the same http://www.dearbornclassics.com/72-79-turn-signal-switch-w-o-tilt-wheel.html can anyone tell me if this will work....or does anyone have any other suggestions as to what may be causing the problem?
    Thank you everyone!
     
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    maverick1970 MCG State Rep

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    blugene Senior member Supporting Member

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    A test light should help you locate the problem. Might just be a bad ground which is common in the rear.
     
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    I used a test light the wire is dead from light to column...no power anywhere
     
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    Ahh.. ok. Then sounds like your on it.
     

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