68 Turn signal switch

[G6T8O]

I need a turn signal switch asmbly for my column shift T-400 68 GTO. :'(
I don't know what would interchange. Any help would be greatly appreciated. :)

Thanx
Bill P. 8)

[G6T8O]

Still in need ...

Bill P. 8)

[Icelander]

You might want to check with Ames to see what they've got. I did a quick check and found a repair kit as well as complete switch units all for under $100 each. Unfortunately there was no mention of column shufted automatic versions. There was a column shifted manual version that might be the same.

Call them to verify before ordering.

Hope this helps.

Kendall

[G6T8O]

I'll look into that .. Thanx Kendall

Bill P. 8)

[69projects]

I have a complete column with shifter from a '69 would that help?
Pete v

[G6T8O]

If it will work ... I really don't know. Anybody ????

That would be awsume if it will!! How much do you want for it ?

Bill P. 8)

[69projects]

I think $40.00 would cover it, but let's be sure it will work first! I see in my Restoration Guide that '68 had the Ingition switch on the dash and the '69 was the first year for the switch on the column. You may be buying a lot of grief trying to interchange them. seems 67 and 68 are identical, but 69 was quite different! The book also warns that the column for the cornering lamp option is completely different again. Your call - but I think your search has not ended here. :(

[Icelander]

Bill,

I guess the first question is whether or not you have cornering lamps on the car.

I've got a spare '67 column that I think has a switch unit but it hasn't been operational for years and I've never messed with it. Seems to me that you could invest a bunch of time in scouting out whether or not this one works or you could purchase a new one that will at least have a return policy of 30 days.

It's your call but if you want to look into the one I've got, your welcome to call me at 206-356-6157. I'm in Snohomish.

[G6T8O]

Thanx Kendall ... No cornering Lamps... If your setup seems to work to you, i'll Give it a try.. When is a good time to call?

Thanx
Bill P. 8)

[Icelander]

I'm usually home after 4pm. I'll drag it out and look at it tonight.

[G6T8O]

Kendall..

great talkin to you yesterday.. thanx for your help..

Bill P. 8)

[Icelander]

So here's what I've got. I've got a 1600x1200 version of this if you want me to email it to you.

Kendall

[G6T8O]

Hey Kendall... As you can see I have the other style :x[/img]

[Icelander]

Hmm... Looks like the biggest problem will be that the Delco style switch will interfere with the light for your PRNDL indicator.

I found this on a Chevelle site. Wonder if they're the same or can give up their parts to make yours work.

http://www.ss396.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=GTS-62&Category_Code=ELEC&Store_Code=396

Kendall

[G6T8O]

Wow Kendall Thats pretty close ..... I will call ames and see what they come up with ... Again thanks for all your help. :D

Bill P. 8)

[Icelander]

Bill!

What did you find out?

Inquiring minds want to know... This inquiring mind wants to come over and see your car sometime. :)

Kendall

[G6T8O]

Hey Kendall...

Seems the part i need has been discontinued :evil: ...I asked if any other makes would work and the dude said no...I'll just have to keep my eyes open....

Bill P. 8)

[GTO_AL]

I found this ad in the Little Nickel, who knows, perhaps there's something there for ya.


1968 GTO PARTING out Turbo 400, 400 Hood, H/Hshifter, body parts. 1969 Lemans body parts.1966 GTO Tri Power $1,500. 206-786-1460*

[G6T8O]

Thanx alot Al... I'll give them a call...

Bill P. 8)

[68lemans350]

I need a turn signal switch asmbly for my column shift T-400 *68 GTO. *:'(
I don't know what would interchange. Any help would be greatly appreciated. :)

Thanx
Bill P. *8)


Don't know if this will help but I have a 68 Lemans on the column and I found the whole turn signal switch for 35 dollors at Baxtors in Tacoma. I have the corner lights but they have the ones w/o and mine was in stock

[G6T8O]

Thanx so much "68"..

Could you tell me how to get in touch with Baxtor's?? Where are they located??

Thanx again..
Bill P. 8)

[68lemans350]

I do not have the phone number handy but they are located right off of Pearl street in Tacoma. The store is 1-2 miles from the Narrows bridge and you can clearly see it from highway 16. I wish I could tell you more, if I can find the number I will gladly post it for you.

[H.O.Goat]

baxters is about 2 blocks away from where i live I will swing by their in the A.M. and get you the number! :D

[G6T8O]

Thankyou for your help ....

Bill P. 8)

[H.O.Goat]

ok here it is, several locations and a web site 8)
Tacoma store off of pearl (253) 597-6060
web site is www.baxterautoparts.com

[G6T8O]

Well i gave them a call, and first they found nothing in the computer, Then they found nothing in their catalogs.... Bummer..
According to the "Ames" people this is a pontiac only part, they have discont. it. And no other makes will work. This must be why its so hard to find one... So i'm still looking...
Thanx again..

Bill P. 8)

[Icelander]

Bill,

Give me a call. Like the 6 million dollar man, we can rebuild it... And it probably won't cost more than $100. :)

Looking forward to hearing from you...

Kendall

[68lemans350]

Wow! when i talked to them at there car show they found it for me right away in the computer and new exactly what I was talking about. Things must have changed and been updated. Sorry I sent you the wrong way, I myself am going to need one so when you find it please let me know.

[68lemans350]

Ok! some new info for ya if you have not found a turn signal switch. Potomic classic pontiac in maryland has them. There are twon kinds to look for. One is blue and one is white. You will also need to see if the hazard switch is at 3 o clock or at 4 o clock. Here is the good or bad news. If it is the white switch and the hazards are at 3 o clock, umm, it is 189.00 bucks. If it has the hazard at 4 o clock it is 49 bucks. I hope yours is at 4 o clock because mine is at 3 and I have to pay out the nose. The number for potomic is 301-668-0101. They have both in stock!

[G6T8O]

Mine like yours is at 3:00..$#@$@#%$$@@%@# :evil:

Ouch ... but at least you found one ... Are you ordering soon??

Bill P. 8)

[68lemans350]

I am finding it tough to talk the wife into buying a 189.00 turn signal switch just before Christmas. So the answer would be not right now. Besides, I am after my wiper transmition now, Potomic also had it new for less than the only wrecking yard in the state had it used. So i get that this weekend. But I will keep you up to date on when I get it and maybe we can get together to check if it is the one you need also.

[G6T8O]

That would be great... Hand and arm signaling is much easier than hand and arm wipers... :lol:

Bill P. 8)

[Icelander]

Bill,

The offer is still open to fabricate one for you. You'd be amazed at what can be done.

Kendall

[68lemans350]

Bill, what do you think it would run to fabricate one? I may go that route after finding out the cost of the original.

[G6T8O]

Kendall must have something in mind... I'm deff. willing to try ...
Kendall i'll give you a call friday....

Thanx

Bill P. 8)

[G6T8O]

still looking

[Icelander]

Bill,

I never got your call and kinda fell off this site for a while.

Let's chat sometime as I'm certain that we can make what you and 68LeMans350 need.

I can be reached at 206-356-6157 (my cell) during normal un-employed human hours.

Kendall

[G6T8O]

Sure thing Kendall.... I'll try calling you tomorrow...

[68lemans350]

If you had any luck let me know, I still need one also. Let me know because I am moving to Las Vegas in 3 weeks.

[G6T8O]

Hey Mark..... I've spoken with Kendall, and his idea for the repair is a very good one. Kendall will try to "replacate" the piece that attaches to the signal lever...Thats the part thats broken on mine. You could check out the pix of my column in the earlier posts in this thread...Is that the same part you need? Kendall plans to make A couple extra, but he can't get started for A couple weeks, if it's the part you need i'm sure He can get one to you, once he's got if figured out...

[Icelander]

I my plan is to replace the plastic part that pivots and holds the turn signal in place till the cam kickes it back into the center position.
The idea is to fabricate the body of it out of plastic and then replace the plastic "springs" with spring steel. The hold up for me is that I start a new job next week and want to focus on getting a few paychecks under my belt before spending the cash for the plastic molding kit.

If you provide me with your shipping address, I can ship you one when they're ready.

Kendall

[G6T8O]

Hey Kendal .... Hows the new job going? I've got that motherboard/cpu&fan ass. for you. when can we hookup?

[68lemans350]

Kendall, Would you need me to send you my original turn signal? Just thought I would check. And congrats on ther new job.

[G6T8O]

Any Luck yet??

[G6T8O]

Still looking!

[G6T8O]

Looking Harder!

[HOTROD64-STOCK69]

Ok! some new info for ya if you have not found a turn signal switch. Potomic classic pontiac in maryland has them. There are twon kinds to look for. One is blue and one is white. You will also need to see if the hazard switch is at 3 o clock or at 4 o clock. Here is the good or bad news. If it is the white switch and the hazards are at 3 o clock, umm, it is 189.00 bucks. If it has the hazard at 4 o clock it is 49 bucks. I hope yours is at 4 o clock because mine is at 3 and I have to pay out the nose. The number for potomic is 301-668-0101. They have both in stock!

Bill,
It might be time to pull out the ol' creditcard and lose some beer budget for a few weeks. lol

[G6T8O]

i'll make the call today..Ouch....Major hit on the beer budget.....Thats a whole week man!..

[HOTROD64-STOCK69]

Bill.
If you need the tool to push down the wheel to release the locking clip (if you have a wheel lock) let me know And I'll make sure I have it available. Mike

[G6T8O]

Thanx Mike ...No locking wheel...part is ordered....$275.00....MMMMM

[HOTROD64-STOCK69]

Guess you should have bought it back in'04.
Well if you are at the meeting I'll buy you a beer

[REED_RACING]

Bill, how does it feel to pull the trigger? One step closer to being on the road again right?

[1PROGTO]

YES! You are on your way.

What happened to Kendall? He was all excited to help fix the thing and vanished.

[THOR]

Glad the turn signal parts are on the way.
However, we don't need no stinkin' turn signals at the dragstrip :twisted:

[G6T8O]

Yes...It feels good to pull the trigger..
Yes I wish i woulda pulled the trigger in o4,woulda saved me $100.00 bucks!
Can't make the meeting tonight,going to see Martina Mcbride for our 1st yr anniv. But Mike...Thanx for the offer!
Don't know what happed to kendall,man he had some good idea's
No Thor...Don't need turn signals at the drags...Just to get there!

And to all...Thanx for the VERBAL kick in the backside!