67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

[Kirk M.]

Just wanted to check on this one. During my regional flight review it was mentioned that the headlight bucket switch on the bottom left edge of the dash cluster is suppose to be moved away from the AC duct to an second notch in the dash still on the left-hand side but closer to the steering column.

Took this as gospel and just went to the AIM to double-check the exact position of this proposed move of the switch. The only reference that I was able to find was UPC C60 E7 which shows moving both the vent cable and bucket switch. However, as you can see from the image attached the AIM sheet that shows this change has been CANCELED. So, question is - was the headlight bucket switch moved or not?


Kirk

[Francis F.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

I have a 66 a/c coupe...don't know why 67 would be different.
I will check my switch location and get back to you.
Francis

[Larry M.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

Just wanted to check on this one. During my regional flight review it was mentioned that the headlight bucket switch on the bottom left edge of the dash cluster is suppose to be moved away from the AC duct to an second notch in the dash still on the left-hand side but closer to the steering column.

Took this as gospel and just went to the AIM to double-check the exact position of this proposed move of the switch. The only reference that I was able to find was UPC C60 E7 which shows moving both the vent cable and bucket switch. However, as you can see from the image attached the AIM sheet that shows this change has been CANCELED. So, question is - was the headlight bucket switch moved or not?


Kirk

It was moved.............at least for 194677S114845.

Larry

[Kenneth B.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

Just wanted to check on this one. During my regional flight review it was mentioned that the headlight bucket switch on the bottom left edge of the dash cluster is suppose to be moved away from the AC duct to an second notch in the dash still on the left-hand side but closer to the steering column.

Took this as gospel and just went to the AIM to double-check the exact position of this proposed move of the switch. The only reference that I was able to find was UPC C60 E7 which shows moving both the vent cable and bucket switch. However, as you can see from the image attached the AIM sheet that shows this change has been CANCELED. So, question is - was the headlight bucket switch moved or not?


Kirk

I have two early 67/air cars 4000/7000 The switch & hood pull was not moved.
KEN

[Kirk M.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

Based upon wear, I would say my switch and pull were never moved either, but since I am not the original owner, it doesn't mean much.

Either way, I would say the NCRS should give credit for both positions since the sheet was clearly canceled. Unless someone knows a cut-off point.

Any other original AC cars that can chime in on location. The driver's side vent pull move doesn't make much sense since on a 67 it is already located on the side panel of the radio. So, I'm not sure what exactly that is showing in relation to a 67. Anybody?

Kirk

[Francis F.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

Kirk,
I checked my "66" a/c car (last on the road insp.tag dated 1976) and tha bucket switch appears to be closer to the steering wheel .
to be exact it's below in the middle between the battery gauge & the wiper switch. or 3 1/2" c/c left of steering wheel.
Our car is a late 66, #23,4xx. hope that helps.
Francis

[Kirk M.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

Let's switch this around. Since the AIM sheet is clearly canceled for 1967, why would any 1967 AC car have the switch moved?

I just want to know

1. Should I move the switch (I was deducted a point)?
2. If not, can I point out to the next judge that the AIM sheet was canceled and regain the point if it is deducted?

Thanks.

Kirk

[Terry B.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

Kirk,

I would ask that question to the '67 National Judging Chairman. He should be able to give you the final word on the matter. Let us know how it turns out.

Terry

[Nick C.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

It was moved.............at least for 194677S114845.

Larry

17xxx factory installed closer to the column

[Ray G.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

Hello Kirk;
'22684 appears the same as Nick's picture.
No fastener marks in the left location. Appears the switch was mounted on the right during original assembly.
Ray

[Larry M.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

It was moved.............at least for 194677S114845.

Larry

Just to clarify and avoid confusion, the headlight rollover switch in my car is located CLOSER TO THE STEERING COLUMN than for the standard (or non-ac) cars.

It appears to be FACTORY INSTALLED in this location. No evidence of being relocated or adjusted by a previous owner.

Larry

[Andrew K.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

I have a late 1967 A/C coupe #21021 and the bucket switch is in the outboard position. There are no marks on the inboard position leading me to believe that it was installed above the A/C outlet from the factory. This is likely well after the AIM sheet was cancelled.

[Scott S.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

"The two C60 controls were mounted above the clock in the center section of the dash. New ducts under the dash directed cold air to the lower corners of the dash. The headlight rotating switch and the hood release bracket were relocated a bit to the right, providing necessary room for the left cool air duct." - Adams, p. 117, referencing the new C60 option for 1963.

The 1963 AIM (Section C60, Sheet 16) shows the back of the dash cluster ("View C"), indicating that the "Prod. Switch Asm. (HDLP MTR ACTU)" should be moved to the inboard location, nearer the steering wheel. This "View C" section of the drawing is not shown in any of the later AIMs. The drawing also indicates that there was a "tab" occupying part of the inboard "slot" that had to be removed before the headlamp motor switch could be relocated to that slot.

[Nick C.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

I have a late 1967 A/C coupe #21021 and the bucket switch is in the outboard position. There are no marks on the inboard position leading me to believe that it was installed above the A/C outlet from the factory. This is likely well after the AIM sheet was cancelled.

The set of valid data may include a small subset of personal observation.


In the end, valid conclusions may only be drawn from known original samples.

[Clark K.]

Re: 67 Headlight Bucket Switch in AC Cars

On a 1965 A/C car, the headlight bucket (rollover) switch is moved to the inboard of the two possible locations in order to get it away from the left hand A/C outlet. The photo shows where the switch should be located. When I bought my car, this switch was in the incorrect position.
-Clark