Thanks All!
Since I have been playing with this problem off and on for too long, I took the easy
way out and spliced in a new wire from the connector under the dash to past the break
in the boot, going towards the door. I used tap-in connectors which were easier than
stripping wires and soldering or crimping in limited space. Examination of the other
wires didn't turn up any problems. At least visible ones!
Yes, I may have to re-visit the problem, but I have become expert at popping off the
door panel, dropping the fuse panel (after disconnecting the battery neg.), jumpering
wires and tracing continuity.
On my "to-buy" list is a new automatic stripping tool.
Jerry