Where to buy switch?
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Where to buy switch?
Here is what I will be doing:
http://www.biketweakers.com/garagedooropener.html
I need to find a momentary rocker switch that is identical to the switches already on my bike. I have cruise, AUX and Spotlight switches. I have no intentions of ever adding a CB so I want a momentary switch for this location to be used for the above mod.
I have checked Radio Shack and various auto part stores. They all carry a normal rocker (on/off). Does anyone have any ideas where to get one?
http://www.biketweakers.com/garagedooropener.html
I need to find a momentary rocker switch that is identical to the switches already on my bike. I have cruise, AUX and Spotlight switches. I have no intentions of ever adding a CB so I want a momentary switch for this location to be used for the above mod.
I have checked Radio Shack and various auto part stores. They all carry a normal rocker (on/off). Does anyone have any ideas where to get one?
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RE: Where to buy switch?
Me, ah'd find me a CB PTT switch outta a wrecked bike, then wire it in.
One other thang - ah'd make them connections DIFFERENT from each other, so that you didn't accidentally plug the power into the switch connector, an' vice-versa. Ah'd also make sure that the power lead from the bike to the remote power supply wuz a FEMALE connector - that'd prevent you from accidentally groundin' it out against sumthin' when it's disconnected. Ah'd also fuse it - but that's jest me.
Ah'm doin' sumthin' similar, but ah'm usin' a horn button installed in the mount brackets HD makes fer auxillary switches, since ah'll be addin' some strobes, LED's an' other electrical accessories. The switches will power the coils on remote relays so that ah kin run a lighter wire ta them...
One other thang - ah'd make them connections DIFFERENT from each other, so that you didn't accidentally plug the power into the switch connector, an' vice-versa. Ah'd also make sure that the power lead from the bike to the remote power supply wuz a FEMALE connector - that'd prevent you from accidentally groundin' it out against sumthin' when it's disconnected. Ah'd also fuse it - but that's jest me.
Ah'm doin' sumthin' similar, but ah'm usin' a horn button installed in the mount brackets HD makes fer auxillary switches, since ah'll be addin' some strobes, LED's an' other electrical accessories. The switches will power the coils on remote relays so that ah kin run a lighter wire ta them...
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RE: Where to buy switch?
I understand your username but that was extreamely difficult for me to read.
I appreciate the advice. I'm capable of electrical work. I'll make the nessesary changes to what is shown in the link. I'm just needing to know where I can get a momentary rocker switch simular to my other HD switches.
I appreciate the advice. I'm capable of electrical work. I'll make the nessesary changes to what is shown in the link. I'm just needing to know where I can get a momentary rocker switch simular to my other HD switches.
ORIGINAL: TexasRedneck
Me, ah'd find me a CB PTT switch outta a wrecked bike, then wire it in.
One other thang - ah'd make them connections DIFFERENT from each other, so that you didn't accidentally plug the power into the switch connector, an' vice-versa. Ah'd also make sure that the power lead from the bike to the remote power supply wuz a FEMALE connector - that'd prevent you from accidentally groundin' it out against sumthin' when it's disconnected. Ah'd also fuse it - but that's jest me.
Ah'm doin' sumthin' similar, but ah'm usin' a horn button installed in the mount brackets HD makes fer auxillary switches, since ah'll be addin' some strobes, LED's an' other electrical accessories. The switches will power the coils on remote relays so that ah kin run a lighter wire ta them...
Me, ah'd find me a CB PTT switch outta a wrecked bike, then wire it in.
One other thang - ah'd make them connections DIFFERENT from each other, so that you didn't accidentally plug the power into the switch connector, an' vice-versa. Ah'd also make sure that the power lead from the bike to the remote power supply wuz a FEMALE connector - that'd prevent you from accidentally groundin' it out against sumthin' when it's disconnected. Ah'd also fuse it - but that's jest me.
Ah'm doin' sumthin' similar, but ah'm usin' a horn button installed in the mount brackets HD makes fer auxillary switches, since ah'll be addin' some strobes, LED's an' other electrical accessories. The switches will power the coils on remote relays so that ah kin run a lighter wire ta them...
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RE: Where to buy switch?
Use the PTT switch for it. You probably won't find a momentary just like the MOCO switch bu you could probably bastrdize an ACC switch to become momentary with an X-acto knife and a small spring.
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RE: Where to buy switch?
when i was in Fleet mgmnt. there were parts catalogs, 1 was all elctronics,
a bazillion switches your lookin for.. I cant recall the name of the company/book
Granger maybe?... go that route if you know anyone
a bazillion switches your lookin for.. I cant recall the name of the company/book
Granger maybe?... go that route if you know anyone
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From: Laurel Indiana
RE: Where to buy switch?
Allelectronics.com and also mouser.com better have a lot of time at mouser they have a gazzilion switches....looks like a cool project but i dont know if you will find anything to use in the ptt space maybe you could do anaftermarket switch panel that has some cool clean lines that match up with the bike???? i've bought pieces and parts from both and they were upfront and quick ! Hope it works out.....
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RE: Where to buy switch?
here's a link to a company that has them with a pic of them.
However, most any auto parts store or big truck dealer (peterbilt, freightliner, etc)
should be able to buy from the manufacturer.
Cole hersee is the brand.
Hope this will help you
forgot to put the link in.
http://www.reddenmarine.com/site/new...d=CHR5802704BP
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Here is what I will be doing:
http://www.biketweakers.com/garagedooropener.html
I need to find a momentary rocker switch that is identical to the switches already on my bike. I have cruise, AUX and Spotlight switches. I have no intentions of ever adding a CB so I want a momentary switch for this location to be used for the above mod.
I have checked Radio Shack and various auto part stores. They all carry a normal rocker (on/off). Does anyone have any ideas where to get one?
Here is what I will be doing:
http://www.biketweakers.com/garagedooropener.html
I need to find a momentary rocker switch that is identical to the switches already on my bike. I have cruise, AUX and Spotlight switches. I have no intentions of ever adding a CB so I want a momentary switch for this location to be used for the above mod.
I have checked Radio Shack and various auto part stores. They all carry a normal rocker (on/off). Does anyone have any ideas where to get one?
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From: Fuquay-Varina, NC
RE: Where to buy switch?
Granger's in Newington. If you have a switch you can take with you they may have a match..at least close.
Arlington Electronics near Spout Run 703-524-2412
Also might get a clue as to who supplies the switches for harley if you are able to read any info off the back of the switch itself. The supplier may have a momentary version.
Iknow you are looking for a direct answer. Only have suggestions. Good luck and let us know if you find one. I am interested in doing the same thing instead of having a opener hanging from my bars or purchasing the unit from H-D.
Arlington Electronics near Spout Run 703-524-2412
Also might get a clue as to who supplies the switches for harley if you are able to read any info off the back of the switch itself. The supplier may have a momentary version.
Iknow you are looking for a direct answer. Only have suggestions. Good luck and let us know if you find one. I am interested in doing the same thing instead of having a opener hanging from my bars or purchasing the unit from H-D.
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