under dash switch

[robandsophie]

Hi,

just fitted new choke cable, and stupidly broke the under dash switch (the one that turn speedo light on and off) . I cannot find a new one to replace it. If I solder the three red wires connected into the switch will that be ok (as i'm guessing they make a circuit when the switch is used)? Rather than replace the switch.

Thanks as always for any advice

Rob

[firedrake1942]

Bull motif have them at £20.00 Part No: SWH129S but second hand,

CW have them at £22.50

Someone must have them cheaper - Autojumble ??

[LouiseM]

There are some on ebay for £8.70 (inc. postage): http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Morris-Minor- ... SwnHZYlzs1

[les]

If two wires go to one side of switch and one to the other side, I see no reason why you cannot join them up, In effect doing what the switch did. Insulate the wires well though, by using a connector block or as you suggest soldering and insulating tape.

[Trickydicky]

Maplin also sell them. http://www.maplin.co.uk/p/double-pole-miniature-fh36p

[firedrake1942]

Would not have thought of looking there ! a) available and b) cheap albeit some soldering required.

[robandsophie]

Thanks everyone, went down solder and insulation tape route. Worked a treat.