Column swap turn signal switch confusion

[Longroof79]

Here's a few pics of the wiper motor pigtails. I still have to post a pic of the pigtail/ plug coming from the column.

The top two plugs come off the column. Left side is non-delay. Right side is delay. Bottom pic is what the plug looks like head-on.

 

[Bonnewagon]

I are a idiot! Just re-read and you did say the turn signals are the problem. DOH! The mechanism inside is the same but I think the later columns used a little extension tab to actuate them. I also think that the turn signal arm pivots on the wiper switch itself. I may be wrong, it's been a while.

 

[Longroof79]

I are a idiot! Just re-read and you did say the turn signals are the problem. DOH! The mechanism inside is the same but I think the later columns used a little extension tab to actuate them. I also think that the turn signal arm pivots on the wiper switch itself. I may be wrong, it's been a while.

Mark,
That makes two of us. I didn't bother to study the title or contents of this thread.just assumed it was a wiper switch compatibility issue....which is not too far from the truth.

 

[Ribbedroof]

FWIW, I swapped an 85 El Camino tilt column into my 81 Malibu wagon that had a standard fixed column. I was able to reuse the 81 turn lever in the 85 column mounted wiper switch. I am still using the dash mounted wiper switch. I had no issues with turn signals, plugged right in and works fine. Perhaps the issue with the turn signals is not in the column, maybe a ground that is loose under dash or somewhere else?

Might also check to make sure that the hazard switch is fully disengaging, if it's a little sticky, signals will not work.

 

[marz442]

did you connect the wires for the cruise and wiper

What switch does this go into and how do I replace them both? Please provide part # and where can I buy them. switch just gets stuck.

Thank you in advance.

 

[pontiacgp]

that was just a picture I found on google

 

[marz442]

that was just a picture I found on google

Do you by any chance know what the stalk goes into and how to replace it?

 

[pontiacgp]

if you look on the left of the column it should be obvious when it goes, and you just install it with some pressure until it snaps into place

 

[Longroof79]

I believe you give the stalk a little twist and then pull it out.

 

[marz442]

I understand how it installs. I’m looking for the switch it installs to.