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griesel72 · 08-25-2003, 07:27 PM

Help

My dimmer switch came apart and now my headlights won't come on. The parking and side marker lights work, just no headlights. Is there an easy way to make contact, or do i need to buy a new dimmer.

Thanks

David

Class of 69 · 08-25-2003, 08:06 PM

You need a new dimmer, but for now, you can jumper the connector from the hot to the low beam for temp use. Make sure you use at least 10 gauge wire, or you may start a fire!!

Gordo · 08-25-2003, 08:07 PM

Replace your dimmer, it's not a big buck item. Check the condition of the plug and wiring also. This area is prone to corrosion from the stuff dragged in from your boots.

griesel72 · 08-25-2003, 08:08 PM

Thanks for the advice. I suppose vendors on here sell new dimmers, and you just unplug the old and plug in the new?

Thanks

David

Gordo · 08-25-2003, 08:10 PM

Your local NAPA or any other parts store will carry that item also.

Longhorn Man · 08-25-2003, 08:13 PM

Auto Zone can't even screw this one up!

**old Rusty C10** · 08-25-2003, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by longhornmail
Auto Zone can't even screw this one up!

dont kid yourself this IS autozone we are talking about!!!

lukecp · 08-25-2003, 08:23 PM

I bought a borg warner dimmer on the first day i bought my truck....only cost $5 and it still works great 3 years later

Chevyguy111786 · 08-25-2003, 08:25 PM

O'reily's...can't beat em...autozone...someone needs to BEAT them

Longhorn Man · 08-25-2003, 08:25 PM

LOL Rusty!

08-25-2003, 07:27 PM	#1
griesel72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Howard, Kansas USA Posts: 1,997	Headlight problem Help My dimmer switch came apart and now my headlights won't come on. The parking and side marker lights work, just no headlights. Is there an easy way to make contact, or do i need to buy a new dimmer. Thanks David __________________ 1969 K10 Custom 10 1997 Z71 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 2006 King Ranch 1980 Wife

08-25-2003, 08:06 PM	#2
Class of 69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Stillwater MN Posts: 1,166	You need a new dimmer, but for now, you can jumper the connector from the hot to the low beam for temp use. Make sure you use at least 10 gauge wire, or you may start a fire!! __________________ 69 GMC K10 ..some restoration required....still..

08-25-2003, 08:07 PM	#3
Gordo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Killingworth, CT. USA Posts: 3,378	Replace your dimmer, it's not a big buck item. Check the condition of the plug and wiring also. This area is prone to corrosion from the stuff dragged in from your boots. __________________ 1971 C10 swb stepside 350/700R4/3.73posi (retired as of 4/22/03) 1998 S10 short bed 2002 S10 Blazer 1942 Oldsmobile 1958 Massey Harris Pony 1951 Wife Killingworth, Connecticut May those who love us, love us, any of those who do not love us, may God turn their hearts. And if God is unable to turn their hearts, may he turn their ankles so we may know them by their limping. A man who works with his hands is a laborer; a man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman; but a man who works with his hands and his brain and his heart is an artist.

08-25-2003, 08:08 PM	#4
griesel72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Howard, Kansas USA Posts: 1,997	Thanks for the advice. I suppose vendors on here sell new dimmers, and you just unplug the old and plug in the new? Thanks David __________________ 1969 K10 Custom 10 1997 Z71 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 2006 King Ranch 1980 Wife

08-25-2003, 08:10 PM	#5
Gordo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Killingworth, CT. USA Posts: 3,378	Your local NAPA or any other parts store will carry that item also. __________________ 1971 C10 swb stepside 350/700R4/3.73posi (retired as of 4/22/03) 1998 S10 short bed 2002 S10 Blazer 1942 Oldsmobile 1958 Massey Harris Pony 1951 Wife Killingworth, Connecticut May those who love us, love us, any of those who do not love us, may God turn their hearts. And if God is unable to turn their hearts, may he turn their ankles so we may know them by their limping. A man who works with his hands is a laborer; a man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman; but a man who works with his hands and his brain and his heart is an artist.

08-25-2003, 08:13 PM	#6
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Auto Zone can't even screw this one up!

08-25-2003, 08:23 PM	#8
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	I bought a borg warner dimmer on the first day i bought my truck....only cost $5 and it still works great 3 years later __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

08-25-2003, 08:25 PM	#9
Chevyguy111786 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Garland, Texas Posts: 1,127	O'reily's...can't beat em...autozone...someone needs to BEAT them

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