Overdrive switch

Now this could be a crazy idea but it might also work![?]
I have two indicator switch assemblies, the one on the van now and used for the indicators and a spare. Looking at the steering column set up it seems it might be possible to mount a second stalk 'upside down' below the existing one, complete with cowling. All that is missing is a spacer ring to enlarge the diameter of the column. This would look cool and be period looking. The only problem is the switch is a single pole double throw with centre off[B)] but i think with a little faffing about i could get it to work. Push the stalk up to engage and down to dis engage over drive? Next it will be a flappy padle gearbox[:0][:0]:D Any ideas on this, anyone tried it?
The other way to do it that i could see is to mount both stalks almost opposite each other but this would mean modifiying or replacing the cowling. It would potentially look better though. Pix of other peoples overdrive switch setups would really help make a decision on this. Of course the best is the button on the gear lever but i thought i might get it confused with the ejector seat button...

Now with a bundle of joy - and a commer!
 
Hello
that sounds like quite a good idea. I've just re-built my overdrive wiring so I could help a bit maybe.

I originally had the "proper" overdrive switch which is the self cancelling type i.e. a stalk sticking out of the dash. It worked very well however the relay gave up the ghost (not surprising as I got it out of a bin!). I had to use a non-self cancelling relay the end so had to change the switch.

your setup sounds really good. would be a little weird if you accidedntly tried indicting with the overdrive switch!

If found this page really useful for my insallation..
http://www.askthemechanic.co.uk/classic-cars/sunbeam-alpine/fitting-overdrive-gearbox.html



here's a linky of my build

http://66.129.69.181/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=2559&SearchTerms=operation,overdrive

good luck

Rupert

"Not tonight love - I'm varnishing me roofrack"
www.littleyellowcar.co.uk
 
If any help, lucas relay 6RA type , but must have part number 33199F stamped on side for self cancelling ,plenty on the web ,good luck with the indicator switch method thow,

s.arnatt
 
quote:
Originally posted by commerjules

As here:
http://shop1.actinicexpress.co.uk/shops/Rat_Sport/index.php?cat=Relays___Flashers&ActinicSID=0e606cd8a127afafb3240bc9aa9a7ee5

Cheers
Jules

RatSport www.ratsport.co.uk



is that the self cancelling one Jules? I had a good old rummage around the internet and there seem to be loads of 6RA types of relays but the specific one I needed seems to be 6RA 33199 which looks a bit unobtainable as far as I can see.

Rupert

"Not tonight love - I'm varnishing me roofrack"
www.littleyellowcar.co.uk
 
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