I honestly wouldn't fuss with all that unless you've already upgraded to led exterior lights. The led brake lights and blinkers seem brighter. Stronger.

And burnt out incandescent bulbs are poor communicators. 

> On Mar 15, 2015, at 5:41 PM, Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> 
> I've installed two of them.  I recommend you don't use their "professional" method of replacing the male spade connector in the plug, it's not heavy duty enough, and crimping doesn't work at all.  I did make it work by soldering it though, If you have already attempted this method.  
> 
> On the second one I used the included Scotchlock clamp connector and wrap it in good quality electrical tape. Much easier.
> 
> The left side feeds the right side, so you have a bad connection at the left tail light. Dive back in!
> 
> Stuart
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Patrick Seurynck
> Sent: Sunday, March 15, 2015 5:21 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Third brake light
> 
> I just installed a Third Brake Light kit from GW.
> It is a very simple install and came out very clean.
> I now have no brake lights at all!
> Fuse is good, bulbs are good, all other lights are working, checked and cleaned the ground.
> No electrical issues prior.
> Any thoughts would be appreciated!
> Thanks! Patrick
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