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[Jim Adney]

On 18 Jul 2012 at 16:33, Stephen Breitrich wrote:

> With the Brakes,yes the key was on;). When alone it sucks. I used a
> test light on the tail light connectors,but the 2x4 kept slipping and
> was not sure if pedal was depressed all the way during check. I did
> not want to wedge that thing in so tight and rip the seat! 

Yes, this is hard to do alone. There's no particular distance that 
will do. It's a PRESSURE operated switch, so it really needs a foot 
on it. Your best bet might be to do it at night, with the car backed 
up close to a fence or building. That way you can see the reflected 
light from anywhere in the car.  

If you're working on this for a long time with the key on, it might 
be a good idea to disconnect one side of the coil first, to prevent 
damaging the coil or the points.

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Jim Adney, jadney at vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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