Back-up lamp switch, will it work when 3-speed column is rigged for automatic???????

[SWINGSAX68]

I am having a hard time finding an Automatic column for my 68.

So......we are just rigging up the already there 3-speed column, will the back-up lamps work if switched to the right place with the shifter??

If not,what can I do to make them work with the shifter.

OR....how do I add a switch for the back up lamps that will be neatly placed where the Choke knob was.

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IN A TUX WITH A 68 BOWTIE.

[COBALT]

Well...the automatic columns have a hole where the neutral/safety switch (which controls backup lights) can use to connect it's actuating part to a metal tab on the part of the column that swivels inside when you shift. I'm surprised that the 3spd switch can't be adapted to what you need...

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[CPNE]

I don't think it'll work because the 3 speed column used an "H" pattern to shift with reverse at top left. The auto is sequential PRNDL2L1.

If your previous tranny was a 3 speed auto it should be easy to hook up a toggle switch to the wiring.

If you want to do it right, I have an auto column that is correct for a 68 with a th350 or th400 tranny.

What was your previous tranny? You may want to get an auto dash harness for the neatral safty switch wiring too. I may have that as well.


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Jeff Jesseman
Cheyenne Parts Northeast
Franconia, NH

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