Who sells the best turn signal switch?

[sanford66]

Need to replace the turn signal switch in my daily driver 66 i just picked up. Who sells the best quality switch or what brand should i look for? Of course my turn signals are not working but my brake lights are a no-go also. According to the wiring diagram the white wire from the brake light switch runs thru the turn signal switch, not sure if that is the problem or not. Anyway thanks for the help. Joseph

[1963c-10]

Classic Industries

[ACK]

If it's a daily driver, purchase a Wells, part# SW3027.

[66Gilbert]

I tried to save money and used one that Grumpy's truck parts in Phoenix, Arizona sold that was an aftermarket that lasted about a year. I took it apart and repaired the contacts and that lasted about three months. I then order this one AC DELCO Part # D6202 and has been in my truck for 6 years now. They are more money than the aftermarket ones and getting harder to find but well worth the extra money.

[Chevy Fleetside]

American Auto Wire is also a good one.

[Mutt65]

Do you know if Grumpys is still around? last I heard they had closed down before I had the chance to go check it out

[66Gilbert]

Originally Posted by Mutt65

Do you know if Grumpys is still around? last I heard they had closed down before I had the chance to go check it out

Grumpy's closed down 2 or 3 years ago.

[argonaut]

Originally Posted by 66Gilbert

I tried to save money and used one that Grumpy's truck parts in Phoenix, Arizona sold that was an aftermarket that lasted about a year. I took it apart and repaired the contacts and that lasted about three months. I then order this one AC DELCO Part # D6202 and has been in my truck for 6 years now. They are more money than the aftermarket ones and getting harder to find but well worth the extra money.

I had the same experience. It wasn't fun when my brake lights and turn signals stopped functioning properly. Got the oem style ac delco and it is much better quality.

[nxtruck]

Originally Posted by argonaut

I had the same experience. It wasn't fun when my brake lights and turn signals stopped functioning properly. Got the oem style ac delco and it is much better quality.

X2. I had nothing but trouble with the cheaper switches. Bought the AC Delco switch from Classic Industries and no more problems.

[ImpalaJim]

http://www.ebay.com/sch/grumpystruck...88.m1543.l2654

[Chevy Fleetside]

didn't know Summit sold these and at a good price too. I have an autowire switch in my truck for a few years now. Good quality and GM Tooled. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/aw...s/applications

[akqj9]

how hard are these to install? What are the steps? thanks

[1963c-10]

Originally Posted by akqj9

how hard are these to install? What are the steps? thanks

Starts with unplugging the switch from the harness under the dash and removing the steering wheel. Once the wheel is off, you will have access to the screw that holds the turn signal lever on. Remove the lever. There are three screws that hold the turn signal switch in place. I find it easier to also remove the column cover ( 2 screws under the column)to allow easier access to reroute the switch couplings back through also. The switch cup that mounts to the column and holds the turn signal switch will rotate counter clockwise (part 36 in the 2nd diagram) and then you can remove the switch from the column. Reinstalls in the opposite order.

The 2nd diagram is from a 71 column, but the parts are in the correct order. Hope this helps.

[moondog64]

AC Delco D6202 from walmart.com for $78. Free shipping

[sanford66]

Wow, Walmart. I had to look it up for myself, that would be the last thing I would expect to see on Walmart.com. I was thinking about ordering the "premium" switch from Classic Parts only because I need some other stuff too. Are their switches any good? Thanks for all the help guys. Joe

[newbe351]

A little off topic, but as I understand it, the '66 GMC uses a 1963 model turn signal switch. Can anyone confirm this or not before I start ordering parts and tearing things apart?

Thanks

[slorio]

Newbe351:
That's correct on the 66 GMC using the same switch as the 63 Chevy.
regards,
steve
New Orleans

[Tance52]

I bought a brand new switch from "Classic Parts of America" but it should probably be called Classic Parts of China... lasted a total of 56 miles. After reading the previous posts in this thread the "AC Delco" switch had good reviews so I found one on Rock Auto. After ordering I realized they had substituted some Chinese junk for my "AC Delco" search so I was tricked again. Yes, my fault for not staying alert and questioning every step.

[vince1]

I believe mine came from Classic industries a number of years ago but I don't use the truck much. So far it's been good.

[Chevy Fleetside]

I have had my truck for over 8 years now and the American Autowire Switch is doing fine.