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So I am adding new turn signals to my truck using the original integrated accessory module mounting directly behind the steering wheel. I am also using out boarded
rear turn signal lights (not part of the original taillight module).

Can I bypass the wire that connects to the brake light switch if I am not using the original taillight housing? Also, is that where the signal system gets its power from the white brake light wire?

Also, I only plan to use the front parking lights as turn signals.

Hope this makes sense and thanks

posey,

Look at these pages for wiring instructions:
http://www.1954advance-design.com/DirectionalSignalsInstall.htm

Those original instructions are for a 1954 Suburban, but, your wiring questions should be covered/answered.

Thanks for this, it is good information. This does not take the tail lights out of the equation which is what I want to do.and can I eliminate the connection to the brake light switch?

Thanks

If you are using separate rear lights for turn signals you can take the stop light circuit out of the equation.

Thanks, Can I ask where the power source is coming from for the turn signals?

Hook the power source to the acces. term on the ign. switch. Use an inline fuse holder & hook the flasher to it. Acually I like to put an aftermarket fuse block on the fire wall under the dash. Then hook it up to the ign. switch & hook all the added acces. to a separate fuse. You can hook a wire to the hot side of the switch & hook up any units that want to be hot all the time. Much neater & easy to service that way.
George

Thanks for the help.