Help please Back up light switch

[Kenan]

Hi,

I have a1980 custom deluxe with 3 speed manual transmission and L6 engine. I need to know where the back up light switch
Is because i miss it on my truck. The ex owner may uninstall it. I have searched the internet but there are various
Types. Some say its in the gearbox and some on the steering column. It will be great if you have a picture or even
the part number for the 3 speed manual.  I hope you help me. Thank you ver much.

Kenan

[84burb]

Based on the picture in my catalog it looks like it mounts to the steering column.

Hope this helps

[Kenan]

Thank you but there is a difference between manuel 3 speed , mAnuel 4 speed and a/t . I think the 3 speed is in the transmission and not at the sttering column

[84burb]

I don't have a picture but, according to my Repair Manual the backup light switch for a three speed trans is mounted on the steering column.

I'm not sure but try looking under the hood where the shift levers are on the column.

[Kenan]

Does it look like this

[Kenan]

Hi,
Is there no one else who can help me.

[84burb]

Does it look like this

Looks like you've got a winner.

[84burb]

There is an adjustment when you mount it on the column so it is only on when in reverse. I'll see if my repair manual has a wiring diagram for a 3 speed BU sw for you. Power would normally come from the switched side of the fuse panel but I don't know what colors the wires would be.

Edit to add: wire colors are Dark Blue coming from the fuse block and Light Green to the lights.

Hope this helps.

[blazing816]

the one pictured is correct...the manual 4spd is the one that goes the trans I believe.

[Kenan]

Thank you for your answers. This part is missing on my truck. I have cheked several sites like rockuto but ı couldnt fin it can you give me an advise where i can find it .

[zieg85]

I should have one to sell, let me make sure it works first

[84burb]

I see you are in Turkey. Is the truck there also?
I am assuming this is a column shift and not a floor shifter.
If zieg's switch doesn't work, there is a site that claims to carry them (they are not cheap)

Have you considered simply adding a manual switch like a toggle or rocker. (it would probably be cheaper than the original) Then use it to turn your BU lights on and off. I would suggest a lighted one so you are reminded when you have them on. That way you won't blind traffic behind you as you go down the road.

Edit for spelling

[Captkaos]

This should be the 3 speed manual version:
http://www.classicparts.com/1973-87-Backup-Lamp-Switch-On-Transmission/productinfo/53-626/#.UKQd8OQ73ko

[Kenan]

Thanks all of you  . Today i found one in the junkyard. Its a big suprise for me than these trucks are rare here. Its a little bit damaged but i think i can fix it . If not i will ask you again. By theway the truck is here in Turkey . Im working for longer than 4 years on it . Here some pics. Before and after .

[Kenan]

Some more pics