Light/combo switch from '77 on '76

[darom]

Does anyone use a light/combo switch on their 76 from a 77 Datsun? I found a seller, but he is not sure if it will fit mine. What bugs me most with these electrical Datsun deals is how fast the company was changing connectors.

And, will the plastic top/bottom steering column covers for the switch from '77 fit my '76 280z?

Thank you!

Den

[Zs-ondabrain]

We're working on getting all the switches and their build dates documented here... http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30640

Your best bet is to exchange pictures with the guy, and once you get the correct switch, document it on the link above.

Dave.

[darom]

Thanks, Dave - I saw your thread to compile the list. Unfortunately my switch is hacked to death by the P.O. I found a used one off eBay and will update your thread once I receive it.

[mriz]

Actually wanted to post this to Dave's other thread. oops! Build date 11/76

[Arne]

The part number for the '77 is different than the one for the '76. Doesn't mean it won't work, but it's less likely.

[darom]

Thanks mriz and Arne. The seller emailed me his 77 switch pictures and I saw the difference in connector shapes right away. Rectangular in 77 and square on the 76 model (9-pin plug).

[Zs-ondabrain]

The part number for the '77 is different than the one for the '76. Doesn't mean it won't work, but it's less likely.

Hey Arne, Can you make the whole list of build dates and numbers available on the combo switch thread that I'm doing (69' to 78'). The pictures help alot but if I had dates on paper to matches switches in cars, that would help a lot.

Dave.