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Old Sep 12, 2019 | 04:21 PM
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so Rear break light would not go bright when applied found the problem how do I fix this wire and at what level. Do I have enough to solder it in place
 
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Old Sep 12, 2019 | 07:45 PM
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It should just be simple connectors that clip onto your hydraulic switch. Any napa would have them. Then just solder in some longer wire to crimp onto your new connectors
 
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It should just be simple connectors that clip onto your hydraulic switch. Any napa would have them. Then just solder in some longer wire to crimp onto your new connectors
Thank you sir will give it a try!
 
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Hey as per pick I was thinking of adding some wire cant find the guage for the life of me
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Originally Posted by Rijan
Hey as per pick I was thinking of adding some wire cant find the guage for the life of me
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Dude.. do you remember starting a thread about the wire gauge? Here it is if you forgot. Refer to it.
 
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