dimmer switch

4x4M38 · Posted: Thu Sep 04, 2014 1:34 pm Post subject: dimmer switch

I removed the dimmer switch a while back.

I noticed that when I depress the switch there is no click, detent, or anything. Should there be?

Also did a continuity test between both terminals, and both terminals and ground, while pressing the switch in.

I did read this earlier post on the switches:
http://www.willysmjeeps.com/v2/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=5927&highlight=dimmer+switch

It is an original Douglas switch with Douglas connectors. I did notice the ground wire had no insulation on it.

I'd appreciate some insight to troubleshooting please.

Thanks!
Brian
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4x4M38 · Posted: Thu Sep 04, 2014 2:56 pm Post subject:

Sorry forgot to post I did not get any continuity between any of the three terminals, even when depressing the switch.
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Bretto · Member Joined: Nov 24, 2010 Posts: 1390 Location: Orem, UT

Yep it should toggle, with a click, moving continuity between 2 terminals to the 3rd terminal common point.
Sounds like you may need new one.
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Bretto · Member Joined: Nov 24, 2010 Posts: 1390 Location: Orem, UT

I spoke too quickly, now that I think about it, I don't have a stock switch, rather a CJ switch but still the function should be the same. It just directs the voltage to one filament or the other one at a time. I can't comment on the index or click.
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4x4M38 · Posted: Thu Sep 04, 2014 3:44 pm Post subject:

I just remember the floor dimmer switches from my younger days.

They popped when you stepped on them, and just toggled from bright on to bright off.

Just not sure if the Douglas version should do the same.

Of course the real hint is the Bubba-installed dimmer switch further down the pan towards the floor...................

BTW, did you use 1/16" for your battery box material?

Tks,
Brian
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1950 M38
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Bretto · Member Joined: Nov 24, 2010 Posts: 1390 Location: Orem, UT

4x4M38 · Posted: Thu Sep 04, 2014 4:16 pm Post subject:

Dude,
I thought you made yours!
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1950 M38
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chrisk · Posted: Fri Sep 05, 2014 6:25 am Post subject:

Hi Brian,
More information about the switch:

This data of the switch from my M38A1 is the same as the M38, see ORD9 SNL G-740 page 155.

See Photo Gallery my album sinrisnekaf for pictures.

Chris
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4x4M38 · Posted: Fri Sep 05, 2014 7:58 am Post subject:

Hi Chris,
Once again thank you for the detailed photos.

Yes, this is the switch I have. Wire 17 is bare wire all the way into the case.

I suspect this switch is dead.

Thanks,
Brian
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1950 M38
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http://www.willysmjeeps.com/v2/modules.php?set_albumName=album372&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_album.php

chrisk · Posted: Fri Sep 05, 2014 9:13 am Post subject:

Brian,
I forgot, when you depress, the switch must given a click!
Chris
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4x4M38 · Posted: Fri Sep 05, 2014 3:41 pm Post subject:

No clickin, so I'm thinkin.....

It's Dead.
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1950 M38
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