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Old 09-05-2015, 12:46 PM   #1
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On my 70truck I am having a issue. When parking lights on all lights work perfect but when j pull the headlight switch headlights come on and I lose all other lights. No running lights no interior lights I just replaced the switch and all fuses are good any suggestions???? Thanks
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Old 09-05-2015, 01:00 PM   #2
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Lightbulb Re: have a headlight issue

Make sure you have all the related grounds connected.
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Old 09-05-2015, 01:36 PM   #3
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Re: have a headlight issue

Probably not what you want to hear, but if you have original wiring I would recommend a complete rewire of the entire truck. I've seen to many nice rides burned up because of 50 year old corroded wires. At least rewire your headlight circuit to use a relay, and not run all the current through the switch.
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Old 09-05-2015, 02:07 PM   #4
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Re: have a headlight issue

Check the dimmer switch on the floor. Many headlight related problems have stemmed from a faulty dimmer switch.

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Old 09-05-2015, 02:11 PM   #5
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Check the dimmer switch on the floor. Many headlight related problems have stemmed from a faulty dimmer switch.

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Agree. This was the culprit when I had headlight issues.
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