So... this is my first new topic posting, and I'm sure its a dumb one but here goes.

 

It seems my left turn signal/ parking light socket came loose from the assembly and the harness dangled/dragged on the road until it ate away half the socket.

 

I've been searching for just a replacement socket online, but haven't found one that looks like it would fit. I did find a pair of used harnesses on ebay for $65.00, but that seems steep to me. Is it?

 

Does anyone have a suggestion other than just suck it up and write that check?

I would put a new bulb in and cable tie/ duct tape it back in until you can get to a Z swap meet or wait until some kind soul on this board offers to send you one. I always find that as soon as I spring for the expensive option, the cheaper one pops up.

Maybe check your local craigslist for someone parting out a Z

Drive it over here and I can wire in a replacement socket until you get a real replacement.

Thanks for the replies. I'm going with grannyknot's suggestion for the time being, though it may violate my "no duct tape" rule on this car.

 

And thanks for the offer Steve! That'd be a long trip for just that. I have enjoyed reading your blog . Maybe I'll see you around sometime and take you up on it- I have buds in Atlanta and one of my best friends from school is a lawyer in Cleveland GA, not too far from you.

 

Dave

No duct tape. Get this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/2X-1157-2057-2357-Socket-Adapter-Harness-Wiring-For-Front-Turn-Signal-Light-Bulb-/191257441226?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2c87d4f3ca&vxp=mtr

And a couple of sets of weatherpack connectors: http://www.amazon.com/Delphi-Packard-Weatherpack-Terminal-16-14/dp/B004E4RNBW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1417634611&sr=8-2&keywords=weatherpack+3+pin

Much cleaner