36 ford sedan rear lights not switching off

[Pompeyboy11]

I had an isse a while ago with the lights and with help on here it was fixed. I now have an issue with the rear lights not switching off regardless of the switch position on wheel. I have had all the switch assy out and cleaned and refitted at the base of the steering rod yet still it persists. The wiring is good and I suspect renewed at some point. I was thinking maybe the switch plate itself has a short. I wonder if anyone else has had this issue before I order any parts.
Al

[nelsb01]

How about the brake light switch? Have you checked that?
They can stick.

[Pompeyboy11]

Originally Posted by nelsb01

How about the brake light switch? Have you checked that?
They can stick.

Thanks nels, yes, seems the brake pedal at rest was the cause. I feel a little stupid now lol. This is the oldest car I have owned by 10 yrs aso finding my way around it. I love the car its beautiful. I now look to see why the pedal falls to low and how to adjust. I dont think it happens whilst driving, just when parked up.

[ford38v8]

If that’s the case, perhaps your brake pedal return spring needs attention.

[Pompeyboy11]

Originally Posted by ford38v8

If that’s the case, perhaps your brake pedal return spring needs attention.

Yes checked cleaned stop light switch, found the pedal return non existent. I think you are right and there is a spring that isnt doing the job. Any idea on part number and if available still.? many thanks.. I am learning about this beauty everyday with the help of this group

[Pompeyboy11]

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seems to be a lot of free play in the pedal lever, I can see on the fulcrum that the pedal rests far forward. The cotter pin is set in the center . Does it need adjusting or is there a spring I cant see or is missing somewhere?.

[Terry,OH]

This is a NOS brake and clutch petal return spring for 35-36, 3.44" long. Check with Third Gen Auto in Tenn for originals.

[Pompeyboy11]

Originally Posted by Terry,OH

This is a NOS brake and clutch petal return spring for 35-36, 3.44" long. Check with Third Gen Auto in Tenn for originals.

thanks

[Pompeyboy11]

update*.
Well after an enjoyable day finding myself around this beautiful car I had been pondering all the answers and something was niggling in my mind. At 2am I decided to check one more thing and released the handbrake. Thus the brake pedal rose to normal position. I had pulled far to heavily on the handbrake causing the issue. I still have learnt a great deal about the car and I appreciate this club more than ever. Thanks guys.