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Feb 23, 2013 | 08:59 AM

patcham48

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bad earth?

Hi all.
Got aproblem with my right hand indicators. The left ones flash as they should but the right side is very sluggish and slow, although will pick up a bit when you rev the motor. Is this a bad earth somewhere?
Appreciate any help. Thanks

Feb 23, 2013 | 09:18 AM

Dr.Hess

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Are the right bulbs the same brightness as the left ones?

Feb 23, 2013 | 09:21 AM

patcham48

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They are the same level of brightness, but its like they dont want to flash and when they do is very slow

Feb 23, 2013 | 11:56 AM

grbrown

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Try swapping bulbs around, to see if the problem moves with them, as bulbs can develop faults - new ones may solve the problem. If not follow your wires and check them very carefully. It may indeed be an earth/ground problem, or a partial short, due to a trapped or damaged wire.

Feb 25, 2013 | 06:07 PM

machinehed

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Sounds like corroded conections again.
Check all connections in the wiring and buld sockets.
Use a paste of water and baking soda to clean the nasties off then flush and let dry.