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Dan2973 Samba Member
Joined: April 12, 2019 Posts: 484 Location: NJ
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Posted: Mon Jan 20, 2025 2:54 pm Post subject: Very loose turn signal switch |
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I have 2 turn signal switches and can’t get either of them to stay tight on the column. Am I missing something here? Once I tighten both of the housing screws I can just move it around on the column tube. Any ideas
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thomas. Samba Member

Joined: July 31, 2010 Posts: 1361 Location: South West (Pa.)
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Posted: Tue Jan 21, 2025 6:46 am Post subject: Re: Very loose turn signal switch |
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My '62 has a set screw to make final adjustment when the steering wheel is on. The steering wheel and signal switch have to be a certain distance apart for the selfcancel to work. you can see the set screw in this photo of my bug.
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richparker Samba Member

Joined: November 24, 2011 Posts: 7506 Location: Durango, CO
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Posted: Tue Jan 21, 2025 7:07 am Post subject: Re: Very loose turn signal switch |
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I’ve had this issue with a bus before, the mounting is the same. I used a small piece of foam insulation to take up the space. I used the window insulation that’s sticky on one side. I cut like a 2” long piece and stuck it on the left side of the column, then put the switch on. Worked great for years without any issues. I’ve since sold that bus. _________________ __________
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Dan2973 Samba Member
Joined: April 12, 2019 Posts: 484 Location: NJ
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Posted: Tue Jan 21, 2025 5:06 pm Post subject: Re: Very loose turn signal switch |
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richparker wrote: |
I’ve had this issue with a bus before, the mounting is the same. I used a small piece of foam insulation to take up the space. I used the window insulation that’s sticky on one side. I cut like a 2” long piece and stuck it on the left side of the column, then put the switch on. Worked great for years without any issues. I’ve since sold that bus. |
Thanks man. You gave me an idea
A couple of tacks as a spacer. Works great |
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ppilotmike  Samba Member
Joined: December 10, 2019 Posts: 75 Location: Oscoda Mi
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Posted: Wed Jan 22, 2025 8:58 am Post subject: Re: Very loose turn signal switch |
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Great idea on that fix! |
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