Yep, no one seems to be able to make a reliable pressure type brake
switch anymore.  A couple of years ago I bought a brand new master
complete with switches and they were both bad right out of the box!  The
replacements lasted exactly 30,000 miles, (I just replaced them a month
ago.)  Now I check my brake lights frequently and carry two spare
switches.  At least they are cheap and easy to replace, but I would pay
more for ones that would last.  (Note, if your lights don't work, both
switches are bad.)

Also, I have had the same problem with my '65 MGB, but I was able to
update it with a mechanical switch.  I have not figured out how to do
that on the Vanagon--yet!

jimkim wrote:
>
> My brakelights on my '83 waterboxer are not working ,fuses fine, wiring
> intact, bulbs ok.  showing all the sings of being the sending unit, thing is
> I replaced it not 30,000 kms ago.  not the kind of longevity I expect from a
> sending unit.  Has anybody else experienced a similar failure of this
> component and if so what caused it? Any input would be appreciated as it's
> my main driver, my much newer f-150 is  down(again)! thanks
>
> Jim

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