1931 Chrysler CM-6 - light switch sticking

[EThomas]

I recently purchased a restored 1931 Chrysler CM-6. One of the bugs I'm currently working on is the light switch on the steering wheel. It appears the switch is too tight, as it moves with the wheel and turns on/off the headlights or cowl lights as I drive.

 

It's a bit disconcerting to drive around and realize I'm flashing my lights at folks during the day as I turn a corner. It's an even more disconcerting feeling to be driving at night and have the lights turn off as I turn a corner! Quite unsettling.

 

How's the best way to fix this? Am I missing a bushing at the base of the steering wheel? Is the CLUM switch too tight?

 

Any insight or advice would be welcomed.

[ArticiferTom]

Sound like something is misaligned or spring pushed to tight at bottom . Remove switch from tube make sure there not binding in column . Pics would help .

[keiser31]

More than likely it is the wire inside the column. It will twist and end up as a spiral ball of wire inside. To remove, you must lower the steering column from the dashboard slightly in order for the tube inside to clear the roof. Remove the Clum switch at the end of the column. Pull the horn button assembly and it's long, inner tube out of the outer column. BE CAREFUL TO NOT BEND THAT TUBE! Take LOTS of photos in order to assemble the correct way.

Edited January 13, 2023 by keiser31 (see edit history)

[EThomas]

Here's what I'm seeing. It's not the easiest to get down and under. I'm feeling my age some days.

[EThomas]

More pics

[EThomas]

And the final round.

[keiser31]

That crown nut is the main item to remove. Have someone hold the light switch in a stable position at the steering wheel end as you unscrew the crown nut from the inner tube.

[EThomas]

Thank you so much!

 

I'll try that this weekend and see. Hopefully, it's an easy fix.

[keiser31]

Edited January 13, 2023 by keiser31 (see edit history)