Kestrel Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Having resolved my lighting switch problem, I'm now looking into replacing the original solenoid relay. It's the one mounted on the firewall with 4 terminals. It functions okay but looks real nasty inside . My car is stock 6v negative ground system. The only relay I can find that is similar and with the same mounting holes/ bracket, is a new repro 12v rated Delco Remy from Fusick Auto. Part no. 1116895. The one on the car is a Delco Remy Part no.1116855. Its rating is unknown. Question: Can I use this 12 v rated relay in this 6v system ? The rep at Fusick wasn't sure. The relay costs $95.00 so I want to be sure. Thanks guys for any guidance. I did do some continuity tests on mine and its working for now. Points look shiny and smooth. Just don't know for how long... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemon Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Keep using it, the repro arms are skinnier. I threw mine in the trash because the points arced and welded together and broke the arm. You can have these re-wound by a generator/ starter repair shop, too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kestrel Posted December 17, 2019 Author Share Posted December 17, 2019 Thanks Beemon. As I tinker around with these old Buicks, I'm finding more and more that the newer replacement parts just aren't as robust as the original. I never thought of bring this part to a repair shop. Problem is finding a good local shop anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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