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Old Oct 12, 2005 | 10:05 PM
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I have everything but the switch. What kind of switch do I need? There are many to choose from and want to make sure I get the right one. Do I need a 2 position, 3 position, momentary etc? Thanks!
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Old Oct 12, 2005 | 10:08 PM
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use the search button. there are many threads on wiring the e-cutout.
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im pretty sure youll be just fine with a two position switch from any autoparts store.
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Old Oct 12, 2005 | 10:14 PM
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Old Oct 12, 2005 | 10:34 PM
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So my understanding is this...
I need a 3 position switch correct? Position 1 is neutral, position 2 is up and position 3 is down? Let me know if this is correct.
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I have a street pro cutout and it uses a three position momentary switch.
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Old Oct 12, 2005 | 10:59 PM
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Originally Posted by glennhl
I have a street pro cutout and it uses a three position momentary switch.
So a 3 position, either fixed or momentary will work correct? As long as there is a neutral and two others...
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i think it needs to be a 3 position momentary switch.
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or a fixed 3 position. Keep it in the middle(closed). Flip it up until it's open, the flip back to middle. Then when you want it closed, flip it down until it's closed, then back to the middle...?
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yes iguess that would work.
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Old Oct 13, 2005 | 11:06 PM
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I went to the dealership, and bought a convertable top switch. I wired it (well, my friend did) up so that it looks stock, except I have no convertable top!
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You need a DPDT switch wired up for reversing for a electric cutout.

the convertible top works like this, so that works great, so does a window switch

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Old Oct 14, 2005 | 11:55 AM
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Originally Posted by slow
You need a DPDT switch wired up for reversing for a electric cutout.

the convertible top works like this, so that works great, so does a window switch

Ryan
So a window switch or convertible will work?
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