WarrenJ Posted November 27, 2005 Report Share Posted November 27, 2005 Perhaps one of the brethren might be able to help me out here. I need a part number. The car wash folk must have been having a bad day last Monday. You see, they somehow-or-other managed to guillotine the knob off my center console-mounted driver's side heated seat switch. I'm guessing they used a 5 iron. If it was a wood, I hope it was at least Zebrano. I haven't been able to locate the part/part# at the usual sites. Brasington quoted me $160 delivered based on my description of the part. I thought that was a little stiff for a DP3T switch and, frankly, wonder if they *might* have the wrong part number in mind. None of the recyclers had it available either; although each suggested I email them again shortly since "their inventory is constantly changing." JUST a part number, that's all I ask. I can take it from there. Many thanks if you can help me. Regards, Warren There is no means of avoiding the final collapse of a boom brought about by credit expansion. The alternative is only whether the crisis should come sooner as the result of a voluntary abandonment of further credit expansion, or later as a final and total catastrophe of the currency system involved. - Ludwig von Mises Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted November 27, 2005 Report Share Posted November 27, 2005 Warren, unless that switch does more than functioning like a switch that sounds way too expensive. (as you noted). I recently replaced my seat recliner switch and it was about $20 (also expensive) but a custom switch. I would go to the dealer in person and ask them to print out the schematic for your switch so you are sure you are talking about the same part. I don't think this schematic will help you its for my Deville, but this is the kind of schematic they can show you..but I think on my car the heated seat switch is #26 or #27, Mike Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenJ Posted November 27, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2005 Here's the critter. WOW, I didn't notice the monkey snot in the switch trim plate until after I took the photo. That's embarrassing! Anyway, there it is . . . . The trim plate, you'll note, has a number of scratches on it. That's why I'd like to get an entire assembly from a recycler, assumming he might find a pristene one. Regards, Warren There is no means of avoiding the final collapse of a boom brought about by credit expansion. The alternative is only whether the crisis should come sooner as the result of a voluntary abandonment of further credit expansion, or later as a final and total catastrophe of the currency system involved. - Ludwig von Mises Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenJ Posted November 28, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 That's why I'd like to get an entire assembly from a recycler, assumming he might find a pristene one. Yes, but I'd STILL like the part number for the switch if that is my only alternative to a recycler. ANYONE ?? Regards, Warren There is no means of avoiding the final collapse of a boom brought about by credit expansion. The alternative is only whether the crisis should come sooner as the result of a voluntary abandonment of further credit expansion, or later as a final and total catastrophe of the currency system involved. - Ludwig von Mises Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry94 Posted November 28, 2005 Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 When I purchased my '94, it had the passenger side switch broken like yours. At that time, 1997, you could only buy the whole assembly. Both switches and the unit. The switches were not sold separately. Being of a prudent nature (cheap), I made a clay impression of the good switch and filled it with JB Weld. Drilled a small hole in the newly formed switch head, and corresponding hole in the broken switch and with a small threaded stud, married the two together. It's been working great since. If you still have the broken part, you could "drill and stud" it as well. I guess I like doing that kind of work, however it's not for everyone. Barry 2008 STS V82016 Colorado Z711970 Corvette LT-1 Coupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenJ Posted November 28, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 When I purchased my '94, it had the passenger side switch broken like yours. At that time, 1997, you could only buy the whole assembly. Both switches and the unit. The switches were not sold separately. Being of a prudent nature (cheap), I made a clay impression of the good switch and filled it with JB Weld. Drilled a small hole in the newly formed switch head, and corresponding hole in the broken switch and with a small threaded stud, married the two together. It's been working great since. If you still have the broken part, you could "drill and stud" it as well. I guess I like doing that kind of work, however it's not for everyone. Barry Thanks Barry, that's a great idea and in my younger days I'd have already done just that. But this is now; I need a less intense solution. Not surprisingly, I don't have the missing piece. Presumably the carwash attendant likely made it disappear promptly. Regards, Warren There is no means of avoiding the final collapse of a boom brought about by credit expansion. The alternative is only whether the crisis should come sooner as the result of a voluntary abandonment of further credit expansion, or later as a final and total catastrophe of the currency system involved. - Ludwig von Mises Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenJ Posted November 28, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 Warren, unless that switch does more than functioning like a switch that sounds way too expensive. (as you noted). I recently replaced my seat recliner switch and it was about $20 (also expensive) but a custom switch. I would go to the dealer in person and ask them to print out the schematic for your switch so you are sure you are talking about the same part. I don't think this schematic will help you its for my Deville, but this is the kind of schematic they can show you..but I think on my car the heated seat switch is #26 or #27, Mike Thanks Mike. Yes, it's a simple three position slide switch: OFF-LOW-HIGH. I think Barry came up with the explanation regarding why I couldn't find the part number for the switch: you gotta buy the entire *smurf*'y . . . . trim plate and both switches. OIY! Regards, Warren P.S. I note your CaddyInfo retirement is going rather slow. There is no means of avoiding the final collapse of a boom brought about by credit expansion. The alternative is only whether the crisis should come sooner as the result of a voluntary abandonment of further credit expansion, or later as a final and total catastrophe of the currency system involved. - Ludwig von Mises Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted November 28, 2005 Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 Warren, unless that switch does more than functioning like a switch that sounds way too expensive. (as you noted). I recently replaced my seat recliner switch and it was about $20 (also expensive) but a custom switch. I would go to the dealer in person and ask them to print out the schematic for your switch so you are sure you are talking about the same part. I don't think this schematic will help you its for my Deville, but this is the kind of schematic they can show you..but I think on my car the heated seat switch is #26 or #27, Mike Thanks Mike. Yes, it's a simple three position slide switch: OFF-LOW-HIGH. I think Barry came up with the explanation regarding why I couldn't find the part number for the switch: you gotta buy the entire *smurf*'y . . . . trim plate and both switches. OIY! Regards, Warren P.S. I note your CaddyInfo retirement is going rather slow. I am surprised to hear this as you can buy the switches separately on my car. I would go by the dealer if I were you and look at the pics they have Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenJ Posted November 28, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 I am surprised to hear this as you can buy the switches separately on my car. I would go by the dealer if I were you and look at the pics they have Mike, I don't have a "relationship" with a dealer. Since you're nearby, can you recommend a dealer with confidence? Regards, Warren There is no means of avoiding the final collapse of a boom brought about by credit expansion. The alternative is only whether the crisis should come sooner as the result of a voluntary abandonment of further credit expansion, or later as a final and total catastrophe of the currency system involved. - Ludwig von Mises Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted November 28, 2005 Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 Warren, I called King O'Rourke (Paul). Its more than a switch according to him, its a 'control'. He does have it in stock and its $226 (ouch). Here is a pic of it, see #60. It looks like the entire assembly as you noted. That was an expensive car wash. Call up Lakewood Auto Parts (scrap yard) (Scott) (631) 957-3200, he recently had a 95 Eldo sitting there and he may have the part for you. Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted November 28, 2005 Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 May I suggest this? http://www.jumpusa.com/bench_warmer.html Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenJ Posted November 28, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 May I suggest this? http://www.jumpusa.com/bench_warmer.html That was a hoot Mike! Were I a dedicated football fan I'd have a case of them on the way to me right now! Regards, Warren P.S. I can still operate the switch by using my nailfile, screwdriver etc. though I've pretty much decided to just leave it on LOW for the duration. HIGH is for hot crossed buns. There is no means of avoiding the final collapse of a boom brought about by credit expansion. The alternative is only whether the crisis should come sooner as the result of a voluntary abandonment of further credit expansion, or later as a final and total catastrophe of the currency system involved. - Ludwig von Mises Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenJ Posted November 28, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 Warren, I called King O'Rourke (Paul). Its more than a switch according to him, its a 'control'. He does have it in stock and its $226 (ouch). Here is a pic of it, see #60. It looks like the entire assembly as you noted. That was an expensive car wash. Call up Lakewood Auto Parts (scrap yard) (Scott) (631) 957-3200, he recently had a 95 Eldo sitting there and he may have the part for you. Many thanks for your efforts Mike. King O'Rourke = $226; Brasington = $160. HMMnn . . . . It looks like Barry was right: ya gotta buy the whole enchilada. Sour cream is free; no extra charge for the Vaseline! And, yes, it WAS an expensive carwash, but whudam I gonna Do? Bobby is a good fella and his crew, on balance, are swell folk too, even the ones who can't speak english. They've done a few favors for me. Would Bobby beleive my claim that they broke the switch? Maybe, but that might change after Bobby came to understand the price of that switch. Given the risks I'd prefer to maintain a good relationship with those folk. Mike, I didn't read your post until after 5:00pm, so I missed Scott @ Lakewood (can I call him Scotty?). I'll give him a shout in the AM. Regards, Warren There is no means of avoiding the final collapse of a boom brought about by credit expansion. The alternative is only whether the crisis should come sooner as the result of a voluntary abandonment of further credit expansion, or later as a final and total catastrophe of the currency system involved. - Ludwig von Mises Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted November 28, 2005 Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 Warren, I called King O'Rourke (Paul). Its more than a switch according to him, its a 'control'. He does have it in stock and its $226 (ouch). Here is a pic of it, see #60. It looks like the entire assembly as you noted. That was an expensive car wash. Call up Lakewood Auto Parts (scrap yard) (Scott) (631) 957-3200, he recently had a 95 Eldo sitting there and he may have the part for you. Many thanks for your efforts Mike. King O'Rourke = $226; Brasington = $160. HMMnn . . . . It looks like Barry was right: ya gotta buy the whole enchilada. Sour cream is free; no extra charge for the Vaseline! And, yes, it WAS an expensive carwash, but whudam I gonna Do? Bobby is a good fella and his crew, on balance, are swell folk too, even the ones who can't speak english. They've done a few favors for me. Would Bobby beleive my claim that they broke the switch? Maybe, but that might change after Bobby came to understand the price of that switch. Given the risks I'd prefer to maintain a good relationship with those folk. I didn't read your post until after 5:00pm, so I missed Scott @ Lakewood (can I call him Scotty?). I'll give him a shout in the AM. Regards, Warren I took my 91 Seville to the car wash in Copiague and they ripped the door panel off and then denied it! I said it was perfect when I came in! Call him Scott, he is the guy I have been buying engines from and Kger2's lower control arms, fax him this picture showing the part you need. Good people, they are in Lindenhurst on Rt 109. Tell him I said Hi! Mike Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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