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I bought my 715 with a small block Chev and hacked up wiring. I've got it rewired (with a key switch replacing the on/ off and start button) to get it started, running, and the lights working. Only problem is the head light switch must have a circuit breaker in it or something, because after about 15 seconds the lights go out and 15 seconds later they come back on. I can here a clicking noise from inside the switch every time it happens. Any help on fixing this would be great?
Had the same problem:Quote:
Originally Posted by Chop Parlor
http://www.m715zone.com/vb/showthread.php?t=9646
You've probably got a short or a leaky ground somewhere. The switch box could be bad, but I'd look elsewhere first. Look for mouse turds :)
I went through all of the wiring looking for cuts and what not. I for got to mention that is now 12 volt, could that have anything to do with it?
Check your grounds! 95% of electric problems on most MVs is caused by poor grounds. The switch does have a breaker in it and it could be faulty as well. Start with the grounds and then if all else fails try another switch.
That might. The 3-lever-switch thread linked to above did have that question raised, but never answered (that I saw anyway). Would going to 12V have an effect on the 3-lever-switch's circuit breakers?Quote:
Originally Posted by Chop Parlor
The question of the breaker's rating was never answered but going to 12 volt will double the amount of amperage the breaker has to carry.
A standard 3 lever light switch will work just fine on 12V. The new push button light switch is still a question.
The pushbutton switch works great on 12V in mine.
Hey, thats great. I never have plugged one in and tried it. Getting that plug off the back of the switch always makes my shoulder hurt, so I don't do it unless I have to.
i had the same problem with mine, i think the 12v conversion just puts too much amperage through the 40 year old breaker.
what i did for mine is i rigged up a simple relay under the dimmer switch that controls the headlights. all other lights still go through the switch, but it cuts the amperage down enough so that the lights stay on.
-Brian