Mechanical brake light switch?

[Mark B.]

Hey guys,
Has anyone found a good mechanical brake light switch solution for the Tilton 600 pedal box? I've done a bunch of searching and haven't found anything I like yet.
My pressure switch works, but I don't like that I have to put a bit of pressure (i.e. start slowing) before the brake lights come on. I want to be able to just touch the pedal like in a normal car to signal cars behind me. Way too many idiot drivers here in Austin .

Thanks!

 

[Neil]

Hey guys,
Has anyone found a good mechanical brake light switch solution for the Tilton 600 pedal box? I've done a bunch of searching and haven't found anything I like yet.
My pressure switch works, but I don't like that I have to put a bit of pressure (i.e. start slowing) before the brake lights come on. I want to be able to just touch the pedal like in a normal car to signal cars behind me. Way too many idiot drivers here in Austin .

Thanks!

Find a roller-tipped Microswitch.

 

[Mark B.]

Find a roller-tipped Microswitch.

Yea looks like that's what I'll need to do. I was just hoping someone found the perfect magic solution that would bolt right up

 

[Ian Anderson]

I used something like this

Mechanical Stop Light Switch 55mm | Plunger Type | Easy Install | STSM

Upgrade your vehicle's braking system with this reliable 55mm Mechanical Stop Light Switch. Plunger type with spade terminals for easy installation. Shop now!

www.carbuilder.com

But used hung pedals box from Tilton and made a bracket so this rested on the balance bar.
Foot on brake…..release pressure on switch and lights come on

 

[Mark B.]

I used something like this

Mechanical Stop Light Switch 55mm | Plunger Type | Easy Install | STSM

Upgrade your vehicle's braking system with this reliable 55mm Mechanical Stop Light Switch. Plunger type with spade terminals for easy installation. Shop now!

www.carbuilder.com

But used hung pedals box from Tilton and made a bracket so this rested on the balance bar.
Foot on brake…..release pressure on switch and lights come on

Thanks Ian! I didn't think about using the balance bar to trigger the switch. Good idea.