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Rick,
The steering column and switch gear on our classic are GM components. The switch can be accessed by removing the steering column cover . I am not familiar with newer models , but it might be similar .
Chris
1986 #89
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Detroit 8V92 TA 475 HP
Allison four speed
Chris and Sharon Hand
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If it is like my 1992, and it may not be, the high beam switch controls a rod that goes down almost to the floor. The dimmer switch is mounted to the steering column and mine is from a 1989 Chevrolet Truck. I believe it is part number 26019660. On mine the adjustment of the rod is critical. When mine started failing. I lost all my headlights and jumpered across the switch to get the low beams working so I could get to Yuma and find a Chevy dealer.
Michael Day
1992 Newell 43.5' #281
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On my 93 the switch is at the bottom of the column near the floor . It is a standard GM switch and is adjustable.
1993 Newell (316) 45' 8V92,towing an Imperial open trailer or RnR custom built enclosed trailer. FMCA#232958 '67 Airstream Overlander 27' '67GTO,'76TransAm,'52Chevy panel, 2000 Corvette "Lingenfelter"modified, '23 Grand Cherokee.
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Yes , my switch also near the floor , rod adjustment finicky .
Remember when we changed beam with our foot ? Or activated the starter on the old pick up ?
1986 #89
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Allison four speed
Chris and Sharon Hand
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Actually mine is slightly out of adjustment. It works fine if I tilt the wheel clear forward....
1993 Newell (316) 45' 8V92,towing an Imperial open trailer or RnR custom built enclosed trailer. FMCA#232958 '67 Airstream Overlander 27' '67GTO,'76TransAm,'52Chevy panel, 2000 Corvette "Lingenfelter"modified, '23 Grand Cherokee.
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Wow!
Many thanks everyone. I will be removing the steering wheel column covers tomorrow and try to fix the rod. Mike, I did the same thing and made it home ok.
I'll let you know what I find.
Loving this coach. 2300miles and counting
Thanks,
Be seeing you,
Rick Miller
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We also have the GM tilt, telescope, steering column, but we also have one of those old fashioned floor mounted dimmer switches used in the late 40's. What does it do ? It is the jake brake switch !
Guy & Sue Cobham
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
1984 Classic 40' #59
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The same vintage Wanderlodges sometimes used those to activate the air horns.
Michael Day
1992 Newell 43.5' #281
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