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Old Jul 25, 2012 | 07:58 PM
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Does anyone know where I can get an OEM replacement for the rocker style kill switch for my 1976 H-D FLH?

Also, if one cannot be found, what is the down side to simply bypassing it by soldering the wires together? At the moment, I have an electrical demon that I've not found. I can't get the starter to activate at all. I replaced the start button, then saw the kill switch terminal wire had snapped off at the base. My HD dealer says the part is out of production from HD.

I could use a good trouble shooting plan to find out where my problem is.

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Steve
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Old Jul 25, 2012 | 08:45 PM
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Any after market parts supplier like Custom Chrome or Vtwin sell those switches still and check your wiring diagram before you start whacking & splicing stuff please .
 
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