Door microswitch

[S6 Devil]

I need a new door microswitch, the one that tells the window that the door is closed. The brake swicth looks much bigger than would fit in the space. Does anyone know where I can source one? Thanks

[PetrolHeadPete]

Try your local maplin
They sell several microswitches with levers

[T350 Al]

http://uk.rs-online.com/web/search/searchBrowseAct...

Yup, the link above is the one I ordered and, barring the actuator arm it's perfect. If you're unsure about it, I have a spare in the garage that I could take a picture of so you can compare?

I fitted it to our T350 and it's been fine, no problems at all.

[shep1001]

RM75 said:

I had the same problem on mine last year. This link was suggested to me as a replacement http://uk.rs-online.com/web/search/searchBrowseAct... . Apparently it doesn't come with the little metal stripe.

What stopped me ordering one was a) without a picture I wasn't 100% sure it was the right part and b) I couldn't work out how you were supposed to connect the wiring etc. In the end I got str8six to do it - cost £45 + VAT for supply and fit.

http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/gassing/topic.asp?h=0...

They do (should) come with the arm but its too long and needs to be cut down. You can always use the old arm as they just clip on. Its two wires to cut and solder so its an easy job. Getting to the switch can be a PITA if the little screws are rusted in that holds the cover plate on.

[S6 Devil]

Thanks for the suggestions. I am thinking these from Maplin's should do the trick.
http://www.maplin.co.uk/miniature-microswitch-3483...

Edited by S6 Devil on Sunday 30th January 23:48

[shep1001]

S6 Devil said:

Thanks for the suggestions. I am thinking these from Maplin's should do the trick.

Don't think the maplin switches will work. The micro swich is held to the back plate of the lock with two screws/bolts. Maplin switches don't look to have the correct hole positions. They need to be held fast so the switch will not move when the arm is pressed.

Shep

[Avalanche]

simply bought mine from Power

[S6 Devil]

Avalanche said:

simply bought mine from Power

I have one of these that they sent me previously but it is the brake switch and far too big for the door
http://www.tvrpower.co.uk/store/slug/microswitch/

[shep1001]

S6 Devil said:

I have one of these that they sent me previously but it is the brake switch and far too big for the door
http://www.tvrpower.co.uk/store/slug/microswitch/

Ditto. Handy for the bake lights though. I got some different ones from Peninsular TVR off flee bay but their account seems to have been closed. They have integral plastic arms unlike the std ones where the bloody things fall off inside the door