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Re: [Tigers] Headlamp Flasher

To: Tod Brown <todbrown@roadrunner.com>
Subject: Re: [Tigers] Headlamp Flasher
From: Larry Paulick <lpaulick@comcast.net>
Date: Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:06:10 -0400
I obtained my switch from a 1965 Alpine GT left hand drive, I found in 
Maryland in the mid 90's, that was destined for the junk yard.

Larry

Tod Brown wrote:
> Although I could be wrong, it is my understanding that the headlamp 
> flasher switch was not fitted to either the Alpine or the Tiger in 
> North America, probably because it was either illegal or not something 
> NA drivers were familiar with.  Controlling headlamp functions with 
> your hand was a decidedly European thing, unlike this side of the pond 
> where we used our foot.  The CAT Shop Notes indicate that the switch 
> with the extra contact came from the Volvo 140 Series.  I use one on 
> my Tiger to activate the horns, since I did away with the horn ring 
> from the stock wheel when I replaced my steering wheel.  As noted, it 
> can also be used as a flash-to-pass headlight switch and the 
> connections for such are also outlined in the CAT Shop Notes.  I can 
> make a copy for those who wish but it would be well worth your while 
> to join CAT and fork over the $25 for the Shop Notes.  It is full of 
> useful info and by joining you will also get access to the parts that 
> CAT supplies.
> (Sorry for the commercial, but a worthy cause, IMHO).
>
> As a plug for the East Coast club, TE/AE, start making your plans for 
> the TE/AE United on Columbus Day Weekend, 2010, in Mid-Coast Maine.
>
> Tod
> B382002384LRXFE
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