Brake Light Switch

quasi · #1 (**permalink**) 08-13-2007, 07:37 AM

Hello All,

Trying to repair the brake lights on my 1959 two liter. Any idea where I might find a replacement brake light switch. This is the pressure switch connected to the rear of the master brake cylinder.

Also, thanks Ruedi for your very helpful suggestiuons. I was able to isolate the brake light switch as the problem with your help.

Mark

**tubut** · #2 (**permalink**) 08-13-2007, 08:46 AM

The brake light switches are the same for 750/101/102/106 and early 105 cars. OK Parts in Germany has them (see here) and so does IAP in the USA (see here) and probably many more.

Erik S · #3 (**permalink**) 08-14-2007, 03:11 AM

Go to your local parts shop and ask for a two poled switch with 1/8" NPT thread. Used on plenty of cars 1950-1980.

Erik

**tubut** · #4 (**permalink**) 08-14-2007, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Erik S

Go to your local parts shop and ask for a two poled switch with 1/8" NPT thread. Used on plenty of cars 1950-1980.

**lchesnin** · #5 (**permalink**) 08-14-2007, 01:03 PM

I have a Lucas Interchange reference which shows a Lucas # 34542 for the switch.

Same number shows up for 1965 Austin, MG, '64 Rover. I believe also for Volvo 122 and 1800, and some Jaguar from the period. Volvo # 1501091

Hope this helps.