Date:         Thu, 17 Apr 2008 11:35:24 -0700
Reply-To:     Ralph Manak <manak@ALAMEDANET.NET>
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From:         Ralph Manak <manak@ALAMEDANET.NET>
Subject:      1981 single cab: turn signal ground-out
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Hi all--

New to the list, being the new owner of a 1981 diesel single cab. It
will be a project--mostly replacing the rusted bed (it had the wooden
Westy wide-body, which trapped water underneath it...) and making or
finding gates.

For now, the turn signals are not working. The flasher relay is good
(em. flashers work). There seems to be a ground-out someplace, as the
(green) turn signal indicator glows dimly. The switch seems good: when
engaged the indicator glows brightly, and when the connection to the
switch is unplugged, the indicator glows dimly. I know I'll probably
have to trace this, do some sleuthing, but I ask: Are there typical
places where ground-outs occur? In addition, this truck was imported
(I am the third US owner), and also has the European tow ball and
wiring for towing.

(Also, I believe the original importer is in the Bay Area. If you
happen to be on the list, I have some questions for you. This truck is
blue, was owned by a house painter in Germany, afaik.)

Thanks,
Ralph
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Ralph Manak, Cabinetmaker
Alameda, CA
http://www.ralphmanak.com
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