alan0043 Posted February 3, 2018 Report Share Posted February 3, 2018 Hi Everyone, I am looking for generic brand rocker switches to fit my Volvo. I have none a search here on the HDT section of the forum. I have also done a search on Google. The HDT section search had no good results. The Google search showed all kinds of different brands. But right now I am not sure what brand would work best. I was hoping that one of you guys know of a brand that would work. The nicest looking rocker switches are from the marine world. I want to take out one of the blanks that are used to fill in the empty spots. Does anyone have a brand and or part number that I sure look at ? I want the rocker switch to fit the area where the blank came from. Thank you for any input, Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted February 3, 2018 Report Share Posted February 3, 2018 Al, Contact Britt Mansell. He has a place to get some. I can’t remember the website. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big5er Posted February 3, 2018 Report Share Posted February 3, 2018 Have you searched Ebay? Lots of used VNL switches there. The last one I bought I wanted to stay with the factory switch and bought one from the dealer...came with a very small selection of "labels" to insert in the switch plate. MY PEOPLE SKILLS ARE JUST FINE.~It's my tolerance to idiots that needs work.~ 2005 Volvo 780 VED12 465hp / Freedomline transmission singled mid position / Bed by Larry Herrin2018 customed Mobile Suites 40KSSB3 2014 smart Fortwo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertMiner Posted February 3, 2018 Report Share Posted February 3, 2018 I know you asked for a “generic” switch I just happened to have the part # for the Volvo Aux switch 20470609 Most after market switch’s don’t fit the Volvo switch panel opening without some modification. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beemergary Posted February 4, 2018 Report Share Posted February 4, 2018 Why would you want a generic switch? With the Volvo you shouldn't have to worry about it carring the load and no melt down. Don't know about Volvo but have found stuff like this for my Peterbilt online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stan Wright Posted February 4, 2018 Report Share Posted February 4, 2018 You can get good deals on used Volvo switches on Ebay. Especially if you buy a panel that has several switches in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big5er Posted February 4, 2018 Report Share Posted February 4, 2018 Searching for the part number DesertMiner listed I found it and othershttps://class8truckparts.com/volvo-truck-parts/electrical/sensors-switches/dash-switches.html MY PEOPLE SKILLS ARE JUST FINE.~It's my tolerance to idiots that needs work.~ 2005 Volvo 780 VED12 465hp / Freedomline transmission singled mid position / Bed by Larry Herrin2018 customed Mobile Suites 40KSSB3 2014 smart Fortwo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted February 4, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2018 17 hours ago, Big5er said: Have you searched Ebay? Lots of used VNL switches there. The last one I bought I wanted to stay with the factory switch and bought one from the dealer...came with a very small selection of "labels" to insert in the switch plate. Hi Phil, Thanks for the idea of E-Bay. I'll check them out. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ARGO Posted February 4, 2018 Report Share Posted February 4, 2018 I can get you Volvo switches if you are patient. They may be labeled something other than what you want, but a couple of minutes with a VOM will tell you what pins to use. You'd have to see the movie to understand.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padraic Posted February 4, 2018 Report Share Posted February 4, 2018 I have similar thinking, that is replacing the blank switch plate with a real switch function as a future project. For example, my Trailer Saver air hitch has an under the dash control switch which mounted by the folk of the TS in 2003. I like to move it to the dash air switch gang, into one of the blanks. Mine will be air switch vs. Al's electric switch search, like other said. The Volvo air switch also has an electronic board for the switch light and electrical terminal, so it can be used as an electrical function using an ohm meter to id the on-off function. If the purpose is to keep the style of the dash, we were searching the original 1998 dash air switch; my wife locates the dealer who can send us a new replacement, unlike those from eBay. It will be new from Volvo. Those from eBay and many places are used one from around 1998, depend on when they change the design. They were bad due to the age of the rubber inside the air switch. They leak. The new one sold at ~$100 and should come in anytime. Will see how well it works. Volvo VNL610 M11+ 98 10 speed Mountain Aire 40' 5th 2002 Outback Power, 1200 watts Sanyo panels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beyerjf Posted February 4, 2018 Report Share Posted February 4, 2018 I would consider sourcing this sort of stuff from good quality Marine vendors, West Marine is one of many. Most marine grade stuff is far superior to anything automotive. https://www.westmarine.com/ There are many others, perhaps a marine electrical supplier might have something. Jeff Beyer temporarily retired from Trailer Transit 2000 Freightliner Argosy Cabover 2008 Work and Play 34FK Homebase NW Indiana, no longer full time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickW Posted February 5, 2018 Report Share Posted February 5, 2018 This is what I did: You can find the switches and several options in the WayTek catalog. 2017 Entegra Anthem 44A SOLD - 2004 Volvo 780. 465hp and 10sp Auto Shift (from 2010~2017) SOLD - 2009 Montana 3400RL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted February 6, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2018 On 2/4/2018 at 9:50 AM, ARGO said: I can get you Volvo switches if you are patient. They may be labeled something other than what you want, but a couple of minutes with a VOM will tell you what pins to use. Hi ARGO, Thank you for your offer. Right before you made a reply to this thread I found a switch on E-Bay. It even has the right correct label on it. The price also seem fair. It is on it's way. The fun part will be to use a meter to figure out the pins. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertMiner Posted February 6, 2018 Report Share Posted February 6, 2018 Can you please share the part number on the switch.......THX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted February 6, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2018 On 2/5/2018 at 9:25 AM, RickW said: This is what I did: You can find the switches and several options in the WayTek catalog. Hi Rick, 2X on any part numbers for the switches and if there are any mounting panels. Also Rick, 'Thank you' for posting the picture. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stan Wright Posted February 6, 2018 Report Share Posted February 6, 2018 55 minutes ago, alan0043 said: ...The fun part will be to use a meter to figure out the pins. Al If you can find the electrical schematics for your truck in the resource guide they usually show the pinout for the switch. I've found that very useful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NDBirdman Posted February 6, 2018 Report Share Posted February 6, 2018 https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=rocker+switch One of my favorites: https://www.amazon.com/MicTuning-ACSSB-Rocker-Switch-Sasquatch/dp/B00N5998YW/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1517949821&sr=8-14&keywords=rocker+switch 2002 Fifth Avenue RV (RIP) 2015 Ram 3500 Mega-cab DRW(38k miles), 6.7L Cummins Diesel, A668RFE, 3.73, 14,000 GVWR, 5,630 Payload, 27,300 GCWR, 18,460 Max Trailer Weight Rating(For Sale) , living in the frigid north, ND. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted February 7, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2018 18 hours ago, Stan Wright said: If you can find the electrical schematics for your truck in the resource guide they usually show the pinout for the switch. I've found that very useful. Hi Stan, Thank you for the idea about checking the resource guide. I am not very good with electrical schematics. But I will give it a try. That is the only way you can learn. The nice thing is that I have a buddy I can go to if I can not figure things out. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'mdonewiththis forum Posted February 7, 2018 Report Share Posted February 7, 2018 5 minutes ago, alan0043 said: I am not very good with electrical schematics. But I will give it a try. That is the only way you can learn. The nice thing is that I have a buddy I can go to if I can not figure things out. Al Alan, does this help? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted February 7, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2018 3 minutes ago, Mntom said: Alan, does this help? Hi Tom, Thank you for posting this link. Right now I do not have the switch yet. I should have the switch by the end of the week. Once I get the switch I will give this idea a try. I will compare this picture to the wiring diagram from the resource guide. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmup68 Posted February 8, 2018 Report Share Posted February 8, 2018 If you need custom panels and switches, this guy is awesome, will do whatever you want with whatever type of switch you want. https://www.12voltguy.com/home 2003 International Eagle 9200i, Cummins ISX, Freedomline 2007 Teton Scottsdale XT4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted February 9, 2018 Report Share Posted February 9, 2018 9 hours ago, lockmup68 said: If you need custom panels and switches, this guy is awesome, will do whatever you want with whatever type of switch you want. https://www.12voltguy.com/home His website doesn't work too good. Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted February 11, 2018 Report Share Posted February 11, 2018 On 2/8/2018 at 8:10 PM, Alie&Jim's Carrilite said: His website doesn't work too good. I found the same thing, even not using HTTPS. It is a shame, because his stuff may be very good. But I just move on....there are LOTS of choices. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmup68 Posted February 12, 2018 Report Share Posted February 12, 2018 yeah, don't know what happened to his site. Used to be really nice. 2003 International Eagle 9200i, Cummins ISX, Freedomline 2007 Teton Scottsdale XT4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted February 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2018 Hi Everyone, I have received a used Volvo back light switch ( part # 20470602 ). There are five spades sticking out of the back of the switch. These spades are at # 9, 10 at the bottom, # 2, 4 in the middle and # 12 at the top. I was able to find out with the help of a volt meter that # 2 and 4, open and close from the rocker part of the switch. I have looked at the switch in the resource guide but I am not sure how the rest of it works. I would like the light on the switch to work showing me that the switch is on or off. I looked at the picture that Tom provided but I am not sure how to use that picture to help me. Can someone please explain to me how to wire the spades. Thank you for any help, Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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