good toggle switches that fit subaru - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

eggeegg · 2007-05-01, 03:57 PM

I've asked this on nasioc but didn't get very good specific response. i'm looking for a power toggle switch that will fit nicely in a subaru. i bought one from Kragen and part of the switch was broken trying to fit it in. Now it's stuck and ugly. I've found plenty of switches searching but don't know which will fit good enough in the 'blank' switch spots. a couple from summitracing i've found are:

http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

The website says it will fit 'standard' rectangular cutouts. Are Subaru cutouts standard? I've also heard that i need to look for switches for import cars. Just curious what switches you guys are using. thanks.

sperry · 2007-05-01, 03:59 PM

Best option is to get something smaller than the blanks, then cut out the blank with a dremel to fit the switch. You can buy spare blanks at Subaru, but they're like $5 each.

Kevin M · 2007-05-01, 08:41 PM

The OEM fog control switch also makes a good toggle, and nothing will look cleaner once installed.

sperry · 2007-05-01, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BAN SUVS

The OEM fog control switch also makes a good toggle, and nothing will look cleaner once installed.

Except their a massive PITA to wire, especially if you plan to wire the back-lighting... unless of course you drop $350 on a fog light wiring harness to get the connector for them, then it's a breeze.

Jesubi11 · 2007-05-01, 10:26 PM

I have used radio shack's black switch a few times and it works great. I just got done running the wiring it up for my accessport that is in the mail.

Jesubi11 · 2007-05-01, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jesubi11

I have used radio shack's black switch a few times and it works great. I just got done running the wiring it up for my accessport that is in the mail.

you do have to drill out the blank though...

ScottyS · 2007-05-02, 07:22 AM

I used a toggle switch that came with the Hellas I have in the front bumper --- it's a clear illuminated green rocker. I did some "creative modifying" of the blank insert using a drill and dremel to get it and the associated wiring plug to fit, but it looks pretty clean. Plus, my car is green too :-) Did the same thing for the security package valet button.

eggeegg · 2007-05-02, 07:59 AM

Looks like i'll be buying a dremel. 3 of the 4 blanks require a very specific block shape switch, like for the OEM fog lights.

100_Percent_Juice · 2007-05-02, 10:32 AM

I dont know if you have ever made any custom interior parts before but there is a material called Duramix 40/40 and 40/60. Its in a double tube such as bathtub calking and it works awesome for custom fabbing plastic interior parts. Its mainly used for filling holes and blending 2 pieces into 1. Such as blending the outer trim ring of a head unit into the dash to make the factory look.
http://127515.brightwebsite.com/stor...6-oz_9505.html

So if I were you I would use the dremel idea and then If you wanted to clean it up and make it look good use something like that and then sand it down and paint it black.

khail19 · 2007-05-02, 12:23 PM

We sell these rocker switches at Napa, they fit in the stock holes very nicely. I'm on vacation right now, otherwise I'd give you the part number, but they are made by JT&T. Here's some crappy cell phone pics.

ScottyS · 2007-05-02, 02:15 PM

Khail --- nice, thanks for the tip. I may have to pick a couple of those up next time I'm in a Napa.

100_Percent_Juice · 2007-05-02, 02:52 PM

Khail why dont your buttons say NOS?

khail19 · 2007-05-02, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 100_Percent_Juice

Khail why dont your buttons say NOS?

Cause it's a sleeper, duh!

eggeegg · 2007-05-04, 09:15 PM

i ended up getting a switch from summit racing. the 3 blanks to the left are the ones that would require a dremmel for non OEM switches to go in. the blank where my new switch is in was the same kind of blank from khail19's pictures. there are two more of these regular blanks by the e-brake.

100_Percent_Juice · 2007-05-04, 09:38 PM

^my fogs and cruise control go there.

kidatari · 2007-05-05, 06:21 PM

You can't beat Contura rocker switches awesomeless

Waytek Wire Catalog Page 49 and Page 50. Also see Trick Cable and Switch.

2007-05-01, 03:57 PM	#1
eggeegg EJ22 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 137 Car: 2006 Subaru WRX Sedan Trying is the first step towards failure.	good toggle switches that fit subaru I've asked this on nasioc but didn't get very good specific response. i'm looking for a power toggle switch that will fit nicely in a subaru. i bought one from Kragen and part of the switch was broken trying to fit it in. Now it's stuck and ugly. I've found plenty of switches searching but don't know which will fit good enough in the 'blank' switch spots. a couple from summitracing i've found are: http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku The website says it will fit 'standard' rectangular cutouts. Are Subaru cutouts standard? I've also heard that i need to look for switches for import cars. Just curious what switches you guys are using. thanks. __________________ Stage 2 (XPT); Cobb DP; SPT intake, heatshield, CBE, radiator shroud, turbo shield; STI pink springs;Whiteline 20-24mm RSB; Kartboy End Links; rally pig sticker; 5zigen FN01R-C 17x8 w/ 225/45/17 RE960 AS PP; Hella twin supertones

2007-05-01, 03:59 PM	#2
sperry The Doink Real Name: Scott Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 20,335 Car: '09 OBXT, '02 WRX, '96 Miata Class: PDX/TT-6 The way out is through	Best option is to get something smaller than the blanks, then cut out the blank with a dremel to fit the switch. You can buy spare blanks at Subaru, but they're like $5 each. __________________ Is you is, or is you ain't, my con-stit-u-ints?

2007-05-01, 08:41 PM	#3
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	The OEM fog control switch also makes a good toggle, and nothing will look cleaner once installed. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2007-05-01, 10:26 PM	#5
Jesubi11 EJ22 Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Springdale AR Posts: 137 Car: 04 wrx wagon Get busy livin' or get busy dyn'	I have used radio shack's black switch a few times and it works great. I just got done running the wiring it up for my accessport that is in the mail. __________________ I love my car Last edited by Jesubi11; 2007-05-02 at 12:09 AM.

2007-05-02, 07:22 AM	#7
ScottyS EJ205 Real Name: It is real! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: RNO Posts: 2,367 Car: 1998 Impreza Wagon, 1991 Legacy Turbo Sedan, 2003 Nissan Xterra Class: tvFree Yes, I'll fix it for you. Again.	I used a toggle switch that came with the Hellas I have in the front bumper --- it's a clear illuminated green rocker. I did some "creative modifying" of the blank insert using a drill and dremel to get it and the associated wiring plug to fit, but it looks pretty clean. Plus, my car is green too :-) Did the same thing for the security package valet button. __________________ "Trend Number One is that people aren't getting any smarter." Dogbert

2007-05-02, 07:59 AM	#8
eggeegg EJ22 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 137 Car: 2006 Subaru WRX Sedan Trying is the first step towards failure.	Looks like i'll be buying a dremel. 3 of the 4 blanks require a very specific block shape switch, like for the OEM fog lights. __________________ Stage 2 (XPT); Cobb DP; SPT intake, heatshield, CBE, radiator shroud, turbo shield; STI pink springs;Whiteline 20-24mm RSB; Kartboy End Links; rally pig sticker; 5zigen FN01R-C 17x8 w/ 225/45/17 RE960 AS PP; Hella twin supertones

2007-05-02, 10:32 AM	#9
100_Percent_Juice (40 percent vodka) Real Name: Joel Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 4,446 Car: 2004WRX Class: Baby-Hauler/GroceryGetter	I dont know if you have ever made any custom interior parts before but there is a material called Duramix 40/40 and 40/60. Its in a double tube such as bathtub calking and it works awesome for custom fabbing plastic interior parts. Its mainly used for filling holes and blending 2 pieces into 1. Such as blending the outer trim ring of a head unit into the dash to make the factory look. http://127515.brightwebsite.com/stor...6-oz_9505.html So if I were you I would use the dremel idea and then If you wanted to clean it up and make it look good use something like that and then sand it down and paint it black. __________________ "A power nap is when you sleep on someone who is weaker than you." - Dimitri Martin

2007-05-02, 12:23 PM	#10
khail19 EJ205 Real Name: Khail Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,769 Car: 2016 VW GTI Meets? We have meets?	We sell these rocker switches at Napa, they fit in the stock holes very nicely. I'm on vacation right now, otherwise I'd give you the part number, but they are made by JT&T. Here's some crappy cell phone pics. Attached Thumbnails

2007-05-02, 02:15 PM	#11
ScottyS EJ205 Real Name: It is real! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: RNO Posts: 2,367 Car: 1998 Impreza Wagon, 1991 Legacy Turbo Sedan, 2003 Nissan Xterra Class: tvFree Yes, I'll fix it for you. Again.	Khail --- nice, thanks for the tip. I may have to pick a couple of those up next time I'm in a Napa. __________________ "Trend Number One is that people aren't getting any smarter." Dogbert

2007-05-02, 02:52 PM	#12
100_Percent_Juice (40 percent vodka) Real Name: Joel Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 4,446 Car: 2004WRX Class: Baby-Hauler/GroceryGetter	Khail why dont your buttons say NOS? __________________ "A power nap is when you sleep on someone who is weaker than you." - Dimitri Martin

2007-05-04, 09:15 PM	#14
eggeegg EJ22 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 137 Car: 2006 Subaru WRX Sedan Trying is the first step towards failure.	i ended up getting a switch from summit racing. the 3 blanks to the left are the ones that would require a dremmel for non OEM switches to go in. the blank where my new switch is in was the same kind of blank from khail19's pictures. there are two more of these regular blanks by the e-brake. __________________ Stage 2 (XPT); Cobb DP; SPT intake, heatshield, CBE, radiator shroud, turbo shield; STI pink springs;Whiteline 20-24mm RSB; Kartboy End Links; rally pig sticker; 5zigen FN01R-C 17x8 w/ 225/45/17 RE960 AS PP; Hella twin supertones Last edited by eggeegg; 2007-05-04 at 10:59 PM.

2007-05-04, 09:38 PM	#15
100_Percent_Juice (40 percent vodka) Real Name: Joel Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 4,446 Car: 2004WRX Class: Baby-Hauler/GroceryGetter	^my fogs and cruise control go there. __________________ "A power nap is when you sleep on someone who is weaker than you." - Dimitri Martin

2007-05-05, 06:21 PM	#16
kidatari EJ22 Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 291 Class: Low lol internet.	You can't beat Contura rocker switches awesomeless Waytek Wire Catalog Page 49 and Page 50. Also see Trick Cable and Switch.

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