1957 Tail light issue

[Ken G.]

I am having a problem with my 1957 taillights. The driver's side tail light lights when I put on the parking lights but does not light when I depress the brake pedal nor when I put on the driver's side directional. The tail light is a LED Replica taillight correct for a 1957 Corvette. Not sure if I should replace the LED unit or if this is a wiring or a relay problem. Any suggestions would be welcome. Thank you

[David H.]

Re: 1957 Tail light issue

I am having a problem with my 1957 taillights. The driver's side tail light lights when I put on the parking lights but does not light when I depress the brake pedal nor when I put on the driver's side directional. The tail light is a LED Replica taillight correct for a 1957 Corvette. Not sure if I should replace the LED unit or if this is a wiring or a relay problem. Any suggestions would be welcome. Thank you

Ken

Welcome to NCRS Tech Board!

A friend has encountered similar issues during rebuilds of 1957(s). If I recall correctly, they were tied to steering column switch(s).

It will be a few days before I can get back to you with his resolution.

Dave

[David H.]

Re: 1957 Tail light issue

Ken

Likely issue is steering column/turn signal switch. Might check Assembly Manual Section 12, Sheet 13 for detail on this wiring harness. Multimeter should help trace down offending parts.

Turn signal switch is sensitive to being in "neutral" for contacts to work properly. Usual good grounds also apply.

Dave