brake light switch

[martin53]

What's the quickest way to make a brake light switch. I'm using a Dakota frame with all the brake system disc in the front drum in rear also stock Dakota brake booster and master cylinder.

 

[skull]

pressure

l used a in line pressure switch, just plumb it in, may have to modify the wire connectors.

Later

 

[martin53]

Where would be the best place to put it

 

[Yankee Transplant]

your pedal didnt have one already hooked to it or a bracket for one ? As far as where to put it I would say if you have a union close by put a tee in place of the union, then plug it in there . I dont know why it wouldnt work ..

 

[sneakysnake]

Use a pedal mount switch and you don't have to mess with all the brake line stuff.

 

[zzrodder]

My favorite switch is the late 50's GM lever type, still available at NAPA or other jobbers.

 

[billy]

My favorite switch is the late 50's GM lever type, still available at NAPA or other jobbers.

Me too
They are so easy and cheap.

 

[skull]

lever

the lever type is in the 3OISH rod & other than having to build a funky bracket under the dash it worked fine.

l got it at autozone for about 16 bucks.


Later

 

[Old Iron]

Both type of brake switches are simple to install. It's just where you want one and if you want to install it in the brake line or under the dash.
This is the one that goes in the brake line. I bought one on dabay for $10
less the brass tee.

 

[Neverdone]

I am using one of the fluid pressure style switches, but need to see if there is some way for me to adjust it. It seems to take more pressure on the pedal to kick the lights on than what I want....