Dash lamp sockets
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Dash lamp sockets
Removed dash panel to repair my tach in removing the lamp sockets split into two pieces , the holder and the clips that hold the assembly to the back of the tach. Needless to say 2 of the lamps fell onto the back of the tach. What do I do with these socket ? Do I have to splice in new ones or can the old ones be pressed and glued back together ?
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Removed dash panel to repair my tach in removing the lamp sockets split into two pieces , the holder and the clips that hold the assembly to the back of the tach. Needless to say 2 of the lamps fell onto the back of the tach. What do I do with these socket ? Do I have to splice in new ones or can the old ones be pressed and glued back together ?
I soldered the wires and then put heat shrink on it, worked great. I don't think we can give out non-supporting websites, but think about classic GM trucks if you search for the sockets.
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Hi,
I couldn't find a way to repair 2 of the sockets from my 71's dash that 'seperated'.
The larger Corvette vendors sell the single socket with pigtail too if you happen to be placing an order for other things.
ZIP L-502
CC 661073
LRB's method for installing works well.
Regards,
Alan
I couldn't find a way to repair 2 of the sockets from my 71's dash that 'seperated'.
The larger Corvette vendors sell the single socket with pigtail too if you happen to be placing an order for other things.
ZIP L-502
CC 661073
LRB's method for installing works well.
Regards,
Alan
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From: Crossville TN
I used JB Weld 2-part (tube) epoxy to fix them. Use a toothpick to put a dab of epoxy on each of the 2 'slots' where the clip installs on the socket. Then, press the socket into those slots and allow it to harden. They should be plenty solid to reinstall.
Whenever you pull one of those sockets out, you need to use a small pry or screwdriver to CAREFULLY and GENTLY pop the socket out of its hole. If you just try to snap them out, they'll almost always fall apart.
I would recommend that you epoxy ALL of your sockets this way, if you have access to them.
Whenever you pull one of those sockets out, you need to use a small pry or screwdriver to CAREFULLY and GENTLY pop the socket out of its hole. If you just try to snap them out, they'll almost always fall apart.
I would recommend that you epoxy ALL of your sockets this way, if you have access to them.
