SWITCH HEAD LAMP FOOT
Headlamp foot switch
Floor-mounted dimmer for main/dipped beam
Floor-mounted foot switch for changing between main beam and dipped beam. This switch mounts to the left floor panel and provides the classic operation as originally fitted to military jeeps and early civilian models.
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Function Main/dipped beam switch |
Mounting Floor mounting (left) |
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Connections 3 terminals |
Voltage 6V and 12V systems |
Features
- Floor-mounted version with foot operation
- 3-terminal configuration (earth + main beam + dipped beam)
- Robust construction for durable use
- Fixing with two mounting holes
- Compatible with 6V and 12V electrical systems
★ Essential electrical component for classic foot operation of main and dipped beam, as originally fitted to military and early civilian jeeps.
Application
Suitable for Willys MB (1941-1945), Ford GPW (1941-1945), CJ-2A (1945-1949), CJ-3A (1949-1953), M38 (1950-1952) and CJ-3B (1953-1964). Fits vehicles with floor-mounted dimmer switch.
Installation notes
Switch mounts on the left floor panel (driver's side). Mounting with two bolt holes. Three connections: centre terminal for power supply, left/right terminals for main beam and dipped beam output. Ensure good earthing and protect connections against moisture and dirt.
Compatibility
Note: military M38 and M38A1 models originally used 24V systems with waterproof Packard connectors. This switch is for 6V/12V systems. For 24V applications, a different version is required. Not suitable for later models with steering column-mounted dimmer.
Historical context
The floor-mounted dimmer switch was standard for decades on American vehicles. The robust design in the spacious floor area allowed for larger and more reliable switches than steering column mounting.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
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This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |
| Willys M38 | 1950, 1951, 1952 |
| CJ series | |
| Jeep CJ-2A | 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949 |
| Jeep CJ-3A | 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual CJ2A_PL_1949 — Parts List — only for Willys CJ-2A / CJ-3A (1949)
From the original Technical Manual TM 10-1513 — Maintenance Manual — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (1942)
From the original Technical Manual TM 9-1803B — Ordnance Maintenance — Power Train, Body & Frame — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (¼-ton 4×4)
