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Does anyone have a picture of a proper 67 convertible top switch

Mainly interested in the back side and wire area above the dash.

Also what the correct bezel looks like up close.

Mine has for sure been swapped out for some homemade one

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-- Edited by beaumontguru on Friday 16th of September 2011 07:37:03 AM

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I too will be interested in this thread. Mine has a non factory switch aswell.

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For what it's worth, a year ago I replaced the original switch in my '66 which is the same as that from a GTO (reproductions available). I'd therefore assume that you are looking for a switch the same as a '67 GTO? I'll check my reference material and let you know what I find...

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The repro magazines show the 66 GTO switch and bezel being the same as the 67 GTO. As mentioned, I can testify that the 66 Beau is the same as the 66 GTO. Both the bezel and switch are indeed reproduced. (Captain Beaumont has a 67 rag and might be able to chime in. I'll PM him for you.)

 

PS  Interesting to note that it mounts in a completely different location that the Chevelles...



-- Edited by 03cts sport on Friday 16th of September 2011 09:42:27 AM

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If any help, here's a page w/ repop 66/67 A-Body Cutlass ragtop switches..
http://www.who-sells-it.com/cy/fusick-2858/cutlass-442-catalog-41c-14015/page-64.html

Always best keep your eyes peeled for wagon rear tailgate switches too as some longroofs used the same or similar switches when gates equipped w/ power glass..


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This link shows both the bezel (HP1029) and the harness (PT667) for the '66-'67  GTO, which is the very same as the '66 Beaumont (and I suspect the '67 Beaumont.)

 http://www.yearone.com/serverfiles/fbshopmain2.asp?input=convertible+switch&SM=1&SC=5 


 



-- Edited by 03cts sport on Friday 16th of September 2011 01:52:13 PM

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03cts sport wrote:

This link shows both the bezel (HP1029) and the harness (PT667) for the '66-'67  GTO, which is the very same as the '66 Beaumont (and I suspect the '67 Beaumont.)

 http://www.yearone.com/serverfiles/fbshopmain2.asp?input=convertible+switch&SM=1&SC=5 


 


 GTO. Part number PT667 - Power top switch for 1966-1967 GTO/LeMans convertibles.GTO. Part number HP1029 - Bezel with handle for power top switch fits 1966-1967 models.

 

 



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Great!

Thanks to all.

I mainly wanted to know what the switch itself looks like.



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switch.jpg

As per the parts book, the 66 Beau is indeed the same as the '67 Beau.  Here's my '66.  (With the optional and rare hidden speedo needle.)



-- Edited by 03cts sport on Friday 16th of September 2011 09:33:47 PM

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Now my next question:

Does anyone have a template or something so i get the hole drilled in the right spot.

I dont know what happened to may dash insert, but it was changed at some point

Weird, because it was not in an accident.

 



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Carl Stevenson wrote:

"Sir, do you know how fast you were going?"

"Honestly officer, I have NO idea" 

 Haaaa!  I think it's time to introduce the kids to Planes, Trains and Automobiles.

A couple of weeks ago I was driving home in the dark and noticed that all of my dash lights have finally burnt out.  Not a big deal I thought as aside from a clock and a speedo, neither of which work, there's not much left to see...



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beaumontguru wrote:

Now my next question:

Does anyone have a template or something so i get the hole drilled in the right spot.

I dont know what happened to may dash insert, but it was changed at some point

Weird, because it was not in an accident.

 

 I wonder if it was changed as a result of a stock radio being put back in?  Reason I ask is that I plan on doing that this winter.

If no one can assist, I can take close up pictures of mine this weekend along with a tape measure?...



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That would be cool!

But i dont want you to go to any trouble.



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beaumontguru wrote:

Now my next question:

Does anyone have a template or something so i get the hole drilled in the right spot.

I dont know what happened to may dash insert, but it was changed at some point

Weird, because it was not in an accident.

 

 Dave, I know the assembly manual has some dimensions in it and I think dash switches are there. If no one can give you the right spot, I can likely check tomorrow night.

The "boss" says I am still getting a haircut tonight, so I won't have time!



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I wish I had one of those switches in my car....



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_IGP8688.JPG_IGP8692.JPG_IGP8694.JPGHmmmm. I have two holes? Hope these help anyway...



-- Edited by 03cts sport on Sunday 25th of September 2011 03:31:53 PM

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Thanks so much!  that is awesome!

Exactly what i wanted to see.  I just won an original used top switch off ebay,  so now i am all set to install the proper setup.

 

Thanks again



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The second hole is for a locating pin on the top of the bezel.     you will see it.



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Do you need measurements Dave? I might have them if you do.

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 GTO. Part number HP1029 - Bezel with handle for power top switch fits 1966-1967 models.

 

 

 Ahhhhh.  The little nub above the "UP" position is what your are refering to as the locating pin?...



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Yes,  thats the locating pin

 

Carl,   I will have to see if these pics are enough.   What do you have for measurements?  Off an original dash? or parts book diagram?



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I measured from the seam just before the bezel starts to curve down = 3" to the

  edge of the switch



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Cool, thanks.  Will have a look tommorrow to see if i can figure this all out on my dash



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beaumontguru wrote:

Yes,  thats the locating pin

 

Carl,   I will have to see if these pics are enough.   What do you have for measurements?  Off an original dash? or parts book diagram?

 I think the assembly manual has them shown.



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