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Flattie turn signals...

Discussion in 'Flat Fender Tech' started by Andy4802, Oct 11, 2006.

  1. Oct 11, 2006
    Andy4802

    Andy4802 Canadian Jeep junkie

    Hudson, Qc, Canada
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    I have what appears to be an add-on turn signal on my steering column but it doesnt work. I havent been brave enough to mess with the wiring on it because, well im really not very good with electrical stuff.
    Honestly i am perfectly happy using the old hand signals whenever another car or pedestrian is nearby as i turn. (reminds me of drives with my dad in his 1930 Plymouth when i was young :))
    so my question is this:
    when, if ever did flatties start to get turn signals from the factory? My understanding is if it wasnt installed from the factory then you are not legally required to have it (kinda like seat belts or catalytic converters). If i dont have to have it then i dont want to worry about it. any thoughts?
     
    Andy4802, Oct 11, 2006
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  2. Oct 11, 2006
    Howard Eisenhauer

    Howard Eisenhauer Administrator Staff Member

    Tantallon, Nova...
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    It appears that turn signals were an option at least until the end of the 50's.

    The right side tail lights were an option at least until the mid 50s, a common option but still an option.

    If the wiring doesn't look "original" i.e. non-Sparton switch with plastic instead of cloth insulation I'd say you have a case.

    H.
     
    Howard Eisenhauer, Oct 11, 2006
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  3. Oct 12, 2006
    evanjm

    evanjm Yeah, it's got an F-head.

    Leesburg, VA
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    I believe you're correct, if it didn't come from the factory you're "grandfathered in"...

    I know down here in virginia, I've just slapped Farm Use tags on both of my Willys and drive them all around, no one ever complains or gives me problems.
     
    evanjm, Oct 12, 2006
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  4. Oct 15, 2006
    HOGHEAD

    HOGHEAD Made in the U S A

    Sharpsburg
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    All you have to do is count the number of wires going to your old turn switch & go to a BIG TRUCK parts store & tell them if its 7 or I believe 9 if it has flashers on it ,, Its less than $30 ...

    Oh by the way Im Dave ...:rofl: Freinds call me HOG ,,, Im new to the board but not to old JEEPs .. Right now Im putting a 59 CJ3B body on my 74 CJ5 ...:AMC:
     
    HOGHEAD, Oct 15, 2006
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  5. Oct 22, 2006
    64CJ5

    64CJ5 Member

    Tallahassee, Florida
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    Sweet, a 3B on the 74 frame. Would love to see some pics.
     
    64CJ5, Oct 22, 2006
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