1971 Horn Relay with Black Plastic Base_Wheer to Purchase

[Paul C.]

I have ordered two horn relays that were supposedly for a 1971 corvette--both have metal base not plastic like my original. Where can you purchase this relay. Metal cover with four letters on it. Thanks Paul

[Alan S.]

Re: 1971 Horn Relay with Black Plastic Base_Wheer to Purchase

Hi Paul,
Have you tried Dr. Rebuild. The drawing (which he does) looks like it has a black plastic base. Page 183, Item M. I believe you can return his electrical parts if you don't open the plastic pouch.
Regards,
Alan

[Joe L.]

Re: 1971 Horn Relay with Black Plastic Base_Wheer to Purchase

I have ordered two horn relays that were supposedly for a 1971 corvette--both have metal base not plastic like my original. Where can you purchase this relay. Metal cover with four letters on it. Thanks Paul

Paul-----


You need to find an OLD NOS GM #1115889 relay (like I say, an OLD one because not all of these are configured exactly the same) or look to find a used example from some other 1971 GM car. These were used on other GM cars besides Corvette.

[Paul C.]

Re: 1971 Horn Relay with Black Plastic Base_Wheer to Purchase

Any other suggestions--still no luck. I am still looking.
Paul

[Patrick H.]

Re: 1971 Horn Relay with Black Plastic Base_Wheer to Purchase

Type the part number in Google.
I found many of them.

Or, buy one from Standard Parts and install your original Delco cover (the top of the relay) onto it.

[Joe L.]

Re: 1971 Horn Relay with Black Plastic Base_Wheer to Purchase

Type the part number in Google.
I found many of them.

Or, buy one from Standard Parts and install your original Delco cover (the top of the relay) onto it.

Patrick-----


Yes, one can transfer the cover. However, I believe that the current GM part, aftermarket equivalents, and even later examples of the original part number have a different configuration for the base section. So, if one is after 100% originality, I don't think one will "get there" this way.

If one is just after a FUNCTIONAL replacement, no problem: GM #12339248. About 94 bucks, GM list.

[Patrick H.]

Re: 1971 Horn Relay with Black Plastic Base_Wheer to Purchase

Patrick-----


Yes, one can transfer the cover. However, I believe that the current GM part, aftermarket equivalents, and even later examples of the original part number have a different configuration for the base section. So, if one is after 100% originality, I don't think one will "get there" this way.

If one is just after a FUNCTIONAL replacement, no problem: GM #12339248. About 94 bucks, GM list.

I paid far less for a Standard part last year.
I'd go check the configuration, but the cars aren't at my house.

Patrick

[D S.]

Re: 1971 Horn Relay with Black Plastic Base_Wheer to Purchase

Looks like this? It went for $99 on eBay last week. I see them quite a bit there because I'm looking for a '70 one.

[Paul C.]

Re: 1971 Horn Relay with Black Plastic Base_Wheer to Purchase

Scott: That is exactly the one I am looking for--I guess I will just keep looking. Thanks. Paul

[D S.]

Re: 1971 Horn Relay with Black Plastic Base_Wheer to Purchase

Paul, I have seen a lot of those pop up on eBay for '71s because I keep an eye out for the '70 889. I usually set up a Search and eBay emails me the item numbers as they pop up. I can alert you if you want me to. ss396t6@sbcglobal.net

[Jeff A.]

Re: 1971 Horn Relay with Black Plastic Base_Wheer to Purchase

I sent you a PM.
I have a few of these.
have a bunch of the 890's too.