mach12004

Hi,
I finally started to repair the trunk floor and brace. I will try to post a picture. I was wondering about a different issue; has anyone ever replaced the infamous "rim blow" switch in there three spoke wheel? If you have could you comment on the correct procedure to install the new switch. Thanks. HSB

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Soaring

Yeah, they are a devil to install. You have to remove the wheel to handle this job without the back pressure of the steering gear as you work around the wheel. You need to be sure the groove in the wheel is clean—scrape it with something to be sure, then clean it with a solvent safe for plastics. Then, apply lots of petroleum jelly! Some on the switch, some in the groove. Slightly arch the switch as you put one edge in, to get the other edge into the wheel slot. Never use any pointed instrument. Instead, make a tool out of wood about three-quarters of an inch long, slightly more narrow than the groove and with a rounded tip. With this tool, you can press the switch into the groove as you work around the wheel. Never stretch or pull the switch! This can cause the contacts inside to break through the insulation and short, thus blowing the horn all the time.

With the wheel out, you can compress the switch with your rounded tool (just as your fingers do when you blow the horn). Probably best to measure and begin the insertion at the middle, working around to each end, back and forth. This should do it.

mach12004

Thanks for the info. I have to get the trunk floor job done before dealing with the wheel. HSB