Turn Signal Flasher Connection

[Steves46]

For those using turn signals, are your wires connected to the flasher through a plug-in socket or directly to the prongs? I suspect if I wanted to use a socket to prevent any possible shorts, the standard headlight type would work or I could just wrap e-tape around each prong.

 

[Old Henry]

I use the socket. Then it's easier to replace the flasher when needed. Socket with pigtails can be bought at any auto parts store.

 

[41LjH]

Same here. Use a socket and mount it somewhere with a clip then it's plug and play. Be sure to check the wire leads. My EZ wiring kit was wired backwards and drove me nuts until I figured it out. Also get no load flashers if you are using any LEDs.

 

[Steves46]

I use the socket. Then it's easier to replace the flasher when needed. Socket with pigtails can be bought at any auto parts store.

Thanks Henry. Hopefully the wire gauge is suitable for 6 volts.

 

[Steves46]

Same here. Use a socket and mount it somewhere with a clip then it's plug and play. Be sure to check the wire leads. My EZ wiring kit was wired backwards and drove me nuts until I figured it out. Also get no load flashers if you are using any LEDs.

Thanks for your input. I'll swing by Auto Zone and see what they have. Like I mentioned to Henry, my concern is the wire gauge for 6 volts. If its at least 14, it should be ok.

 

[jack orchard]

chevs of the 40s has a neat socket with a mounting bracket for about $6. just a thought...jack

 

[Old Henry]

Thanks Henry. Hopefully the wire gauge is suitable for 6 volts.

Like I mentioned to Henry, my concern is the wire gauge for 6 volts. If its at least 14, it should be ok.

I got mine at Auto Zone and the wire gauge is fine. Turn signal lights are pretty low load. Here's a chart for wire gauges at different loads at 6 volts for future reference: http://www.flatheadv8.org/rumblest/electric.pdf

 

[lorenzoayala]

Hey guys I am looking to replace my parking light sockets for my 46 also are you guys just recommending to just go to auto zone for them I am also running 6 volt?

 

[Barry-ct]

I got my flasher socket and inline fuse holder thru www.ynzyesterdaysparts.com . They call it a Porshe socket. It even had the same makings as the original Ford flasher socket did. Not too expensive, but a $20.00 min order amount is needed. Lots of light sockets, bulbs, etc...