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72 cheyenne pdx · 09-15-2008, 01:59 PM

My flasher finally died.

Blue'72 · 09-15-2008, 02:05 PM

Dang, they just don't make things like they used to.. I don't suppose it's still under warranty..?

72 cheyenne pdx · 09-15-2008, 02:31 PM

When I took it in to my local Chevy Dealership, I joked about it may still be under warranty as I showed him the warranty paperwork for my truck. The salesman laughed and then proceeded to tell me that it wasn't. He was impressed that I still have all the original paperwork for the truck (Original Bill of Sale, Warranty, protecto plate, Build Sheet, ETC...) They wanted $14.99 for the flasher, so I went to Schucks and picked it up for $9.99.

**steelhorse** · 09-15-2008, 02:37 PM

I would have paid the 14.99 if the guarenteed it would last another 36 years

72 cheyenne pdx · 09-15-2008, 02:46 PM

You know, I didn't ask that. The one I did get from Schucks looked identical to the one at the dealership. It is in a clear housing so now I guess I can see the workings of a flasher.

Chevyman680063 · 09-15-2008, 04:10 PM

Speaking of flashers, does anyone reproduce the red/orange switch that says FLASHER on it in white that goes on the steering columns of the '68 Chevys? The one on mine is broken so all it says now is FL, guess you could call it a Florida switch now.

67ChevyRedneck · 09-15-2008, 05:03 PM

Mine lasted 41 years

It petered out a few months ago.

72 cheyenne pdx · 09-15-2008, 06:58 PM

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Mine lasted 41 years

- Just had to up me by 5 years. I see how you are 67ChevyRedneck

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Speaking of flashers, does anyone reproduce the red/orange switch that says FLASHER on it in white that goes on the steering columns of the '68 Chevys?

- I would believe your best bet would be a junk yard, Chevyman680063. Happy hunting.

SEA

ChevLoRay · 09-15-2008, 07:53 PM

The flasher knobs are available from various vendors. www.wiringharness.com has them and the particulars want to know if the column was a tilt, or not and what color the original knob is.

But, they are available.

**special-K** · 09-16-2008, 06:01 AM

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Originally Posted by 72 cheyenne pdx

- Just had to up me by 5 years. I see how you are 67ChevyRedneck

- I would believe your best bet would be a junk yard, Chevyman680063. Happy hunting.

SEA

The`67s seem to last longer than the`72s,so far...

GMCBubba · 09-15-2008, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevyman680063

Speaking of flashers, does anyone reproduce the red/orange switch that says FLASHER on it in white that goes on the steering columns of the '68 Chevys? The one on mine is broken so all it says now is FL, guess you could call it a Florida switch now.

as far as i know you have to replace the whole turn signal switch to get the new red flasher knob. american autowire had the best price for me. of course, after i installed the new one and then looked at the old, i realized the new said HAZARD when the old said FLASHER

72BlckButy · 09-15-2008, 09:53 PM

Did you give it the funeral it deserved? That is a trustworthy and faithful part... they don't make them like they used too.

thirdstreettito · 09-16-2008, 07:38 AM

lol Our 86' VW's flasher just went out a week ago. We got a new one, but we are both over 6' tall. We cant get down far enough to find where it goes....

09-15-2008, 01:59 PM	#1
72 cheyenne pdx Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Portland Posts: 382	After 36 years of great service...... My flasher finally died.

09-15-2008, 02:05 PM	#2
Blue'72 Skinned knuckles Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Longview, Washington Posts: 1,126	Re: After 36 years of great service...... Dang, they just don't make things like they used to.. I don't suppose it's still under warranty..? __________________ '72 C-10 longbox soon to be short step! '72 Chevelle (sold in January) '07 Sebring '01 Ranger (I've gotta long commute..) If you try to fail, and succeed, which have you done? My build thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=276904

09-15-2008, 02:31 PM	#3
72 cheyenne pdx Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Portland Posts: 382	Re: After 36 years of great service...... When I took it in to my local Chevy Dealership, I joked about it may still be under warranty as I showed him the warranty paperwork for my truck. The salesman laughed and then proceeded to tell me that it wasn't. He was impressed that I still have all the original paperwork for the truck (Original Bill of Sale, Warranty, protecto plate, Build Sheet, ETC...) They wanted $14.99 for the flasher, so I went to Schucks and picked it up for $9.99.

09-15-2008, 02:37 PM	#4
steelhorse Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Franklinton NC Posts: 1,309	Re: After 36 years of great service...... I would have paid the 14.99 if the guarenteed it would last another 36 years

09-15-2008, 02:46 PM	#5
72 cheyenne pdx Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Portland Posts: 382	Re: After 36 years of great service...... You know, I didn't ask that. The one I did get from Schucks looked identical to the one at the dealership. It is in a clear housing so now I guess I can see the workings of a flasher.

09-15-2008, 04:10 PM	#6
Chevyman680063 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Georgia Posts: 850	Re: After 36 years of great service...... Speaking of flashers, does anyone reproduce the red/orange switch that says FLASHER on it in white that goes on the steering columns of the '68 Chevys? The one on mine is broken so all it says now is FL, guess you could call it a Florida switch now.

09-15-2008, 05:03 PM	#7
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: After 36 years of great service...... Mine lasted 41 years It petered out a few months ago. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications! Last edited by 67ChevyRedneck; 09-15-2008 at 05:04 PM.

09-15-2008, 07:53 PM	#9
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: After 36 years of great service...... The flasher knobs are available from various vendors. www.wiringharness.com has them and the particulars want to know if the column was a tilt, or not and what color the original knob is. But, they are available. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

09-15-2008, 09:53 PM	#12
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: After 36 years of great service...... Did you give it the funeral it deserved? That is a trustworthy and faithful part... they don't make them like they used too. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

09-16-2008, 07:38 AM	#13
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: After 36 years of great service...... lol Our 86' VW's flasher just went out a week ago. We got a new one, but we are both over 6' tall. We cant get down far enough to find where it goes.... __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck



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