So one of my headlights (85 so old style) was having trouble going up and down so I cleaned out the gears, resoldered some frayed wire and cleaned the commutators and brushes, but one of the brushes just fell off in this process. Should I
The easiest option is to secure another limiter switch set from a used motor. It doesn't matter which side the limiter switch comes from.
I've been working for over a year to find a way to attach brushes, and The Fiero Store has been working at reproducing the limiter switch it for over 2 years. Attaching brushes is the big holdup.
A suggestion to help avoid brushes coming off: When reinstalling the limiter switch, rotate the motor shaft so that the brushes aren't catching in the grooves of the armature. You can also use a set of snap ring pliers to open up the spring metal brush mounts so that they don't scrub against the armature as you install them.
All you need to do is buy brushes from parts store cut off what is left of old brush and solder the wire from the new to the old I've done this a few times headlight still works after two years.
What parts store are you buying brushes from? I did not know you could buy them separately but I will definitely try that first. The brush came completely off.
Certain year Cadillacs have the exact same brush setup in there electric antennas. off the top of my head I can't remember the years but if you search PFFs archives I'm sure you can find the info.
If I'm making new brushes I buy acdelco alternator brushes and cut them down With a dremel, then finish them up using small files and sandpaper to get the right fit
If I'm making new brushes I buy acdelco alternator brushes and cut them down With a dremel, then finish them up using small files and sandpaper to get the right fit
