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Old Dec 30, 2020 | 07:42 PM
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Hey folks, Im converting my 91 dyna controls to the 96 and up versions.

Just wondering if there are any pointers ? match colors of wires to original wires? I scored a nos set and prefer the rounded corners so Im refreshing the old style switches.
 
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Nice choice for sure! The 1995/1996 softail fsm covers both types in one manual. Other than the connectors, its shape and size, I am not too sure what would actually be different. The voltage? Nope, it's the same. My 1995 softie has the Molex style connectors which is what I'd guess is on your bike. The newer Deutsche are more stout, they have gaskets to help seal out the elements.

I would 100% guess it is an easy swap. One weekend end in the garage.
 
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You will also need to use `96 and later levers, master cylinder, clutch lever mount...

`95 and earlier used AMP Mate n Lock connectors, `96 uses Deutsch connectors.
 

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yep, got the levers and master cylinder, I think im good to go!
 
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anybody do this swap ??
 
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Originally Posted by cans
anybody do this swap ??
I installed the `96 and later switches and controls on my `89 Softail.

You will also need the `96 and later throttle cables.
 
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got those also

as for the wiring ,I guess my best bet is to look at the 96 and up control diagram and compare them to the 91 and solder up the matching colors?
 
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Originally Posted by cans
got those also

as for the wiring ,I guess my best bet is to look at the 96 and up control diagram and compare them to the 91 and solder up the matching colors?
Solder? Aren`t you using the connectors?

Are the wires too short for your handlebars?
 
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I thought the Mate n Lock connectors and Deutsch connectors wont work together? Do I just get a Deutsch connector kit?
 
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Are the wires on the switches long enough to reach the original connection point?

You can use whatever connector type works best on your bike, I recommend staying with whatever was original equipment, I think your bike came with AMP Mate n Lock connectors.

You can get the parts from a zillion online electrical supply places, but the easiest way to get a few terminals and connectors is from Namz.

Namz Custom Cycle

All you need to do is crimp the terminals onto the wire, and install the terminals into the connector.



Wires from switches with terminals installed, ready to install into connectors.



Wires installed into AMP Mate N Lock Connector.
 

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