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  1. 01-03-2007, 08:49 AM #1
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    Brake Master Cylinder Warning Switch

    My brake master cylinder warning switch is kaput and I want to replace it. I called my friendly P-car dealership and they want $69.95 for the replacement unit .

    I suspect that I can get it for a lot less if I know what to ask for. Can anyone here help me out in finding a cost effective crossreference part number?

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  2. 01-03-2007, 09:33 AM #2
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    Harry,
    The generic switch description is a normally open (NO) SPST micro switch. The current rating would be on the order of <10A. The non-generic part of this switch is the mount pattern and the switch arm that contacts the large washer on the MC push rod. Not sure about alternate sources for a new switch, but if you locate, please let us know.

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  3. 01-05-2007, 11:27 AM #3
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    Bosch makes replacements considerably cheaper than the factory part. I recently needed to replace one when the new MC I purchased came with a single pole switch and I needed a double pole for the ‘68.

    This is the one that was installed in the new MC but swapped prior to installation.
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  4. 01-05-2007, 12:54 PM #4
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    Pelican has the one you are looking for for 13 bucks. Link is here http://www.pelicanparts.com/cgi-bin/...945-515H-M5064

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  5. 01-05-2007, 01:40 PM #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by Gearbox
    Pelican has the one you are looking for for 13 bucks. Link is here http://www.pelicanparts.com/cgi-bin/...945-515H-M5064

    Scroll up, Good luck Allan
    Allan,

    Thanks, I know about Pelican but I was wanted to pick one up locally and was trying to get "smart".

    I also was hoping to get a bit of discussion on cross references on other parts as I would think we all would like to save a few $$.
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    "My brake master cylinder warning switch is kaput.... "

    Harry,
    I misread this. I was referring to the brake light switch on the pedal assy.

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  7. 01-05-2007, 01:48 PM #7
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    Quote Originally Posted by 911pcars
    "My brake master cylinder warning switch is kaput.... "

    Harry,
    I misread this. I was referring to the brake light switch on the pedal assy.

    Sherwood
    Sherwood, no biggie. I know I have my senior moments.....
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    Check your local VW parts house its the same type of switch. The Vw's used two types a two pin and a three pin I believe the the pin 68 and later due to the dual circuit brakes so you will need an 67 and earlier
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