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Old 12-16-2023, 12:06 PM   #1
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Default 52-53 Merc Fog Lights

After a lengthy serch I've found all the parts neccessary to install fog lights on my 52 merc. I'm cheap so I bought parts individually to avoid paying inflated e-pay prices. Can anyone help with where the switch mounts and harness routing? It's not going to be 100% as stock but I'd like to install everything close to as it was originally.
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Old 12-16-2023, 12:28 PM   #2
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Ok, mine are on my 53' Merc (a bit different housing, but really the same). The switch mounts below the dash. While you are there, you might consider going LED. I did and they are actually better.

As to the wiring, you will need a hot source (Neg lead if you car is still Pos ground.). I would follow the wiring path for the head lights, then wrap the wires accordingly.
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Old 12-16-2023, 12:30 PM   #3
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Ok, mine are on my 53' Merc (a bit different housing, but really the same). The switch mounts below the dash. While you are there, you might consider going LED. I did and they are actually better.

As to the wiring, you will need a hot source (Neg lead if you car is still Pos ground.). I would follow the wiring path for the head lights, then wrap the wires accordingly.






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Old 12-16-2023, 05:00 PM   #4
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Default Re: 52-53 Merc Fog Lights

Oh it makes sense now. I couldn't figure out where the switch went. Thanks Roy! Always love seeing pictures of your 53!
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Old 12-17-2023, 12:11 AM   #5
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I may have an original wiring schematic. If I remember I’ll look tomorrow
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