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Old 12-27-2013, 10:58 PM   #21
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Default Re: Trouble with stoplight switch

The brake pedal moves away from the switch, not towards it.
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Old 12-28-2013, 01:24 AM   #22
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Default Re: Trouble with stoplight switch

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The brake pedal moves away from the switch, not towards it.
I realize the pedal moves away from the switch. I was referring to the brake pedal stop.

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With the bracket there does it not limit the brake pedal travel? I think I would check how close the brake pedal stop comes to it with the pedal depressed.
As the pedal moves away from the switch (towards the floor) the brake pedal stop (arrow point in picture) swings down toward the bracket and brake light switch.

All I'm suggesting is to check it. I think it might come close, especially if you have a low pedal for whatever reason.

I would hate to see someone have no brakes sometime because of interference between the bracket and the stop.
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Old 12-28-2013, 08:53 PM   #23
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Default Re: Trouble with stoplight switch

Sorry, I misunderstood your concern. Now that you pointed it out, I can see what you mean.
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Old 12-30-2013, 04:16 PM   #24
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Default Re: Trouble with stoplight switch

I agree. I think you should check the pedal travel... I'm pretty sure it's going to hit either the switch or welded in bracket. I KNOW it will while bleeding your brakes.
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