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Old 09-22-2014, 11:28 PM   #40
BILL WILLIAMSON
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Default Re: Weird electrical problem?

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Originally Posted by Bobs29ModelA View Post
I think that the suggestions for (a) soldering all connections into the light switch, and (b) using dielectric grease on all contact points, are both the way to go, to either mitigate or eliminate any future problems... although I'm sure that having a steering box that doesn't leak gear oil into the light switch would also prove very helpful, too!
Bob, I have some friends that think a "little" oil leak helps keep the headlight switch contacts from wearing, prevents corrosion, & makes the switch operate smoothly??? Some others think 3 drops of oil will destroy their switch??? Mine works perfectly, so, I'm NOT even going to look inside it!
Bill W.
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