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Originally Posted by mptrimshop (Post 4053621)

What would it take to turn a piece on a lath and put a switch in ?

this fit my kk controls

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Originally Posted by smokin' gun (Post 4053243)

heres a nice cheap way to do it ive done many like this.the older zero efforts without trim in handle can be converted easily .there is 2 screws under the cover on the throttle where the trim would go .remove those and drill a hole for the wires on the new switch to run down .i usually use a piece of black shrink tube and a small tie wrap to keep it in place.any ways the switch is on ebay great lakes skipper has em ive done many this way

ebay item # 400637260928

I used this trim switch like Smokin' gun suggested, here is a link for it:

http://greatlakesskipper.com/baja-fo...ol-trim-switch

This worked well, it fit tight, actually had to do a little sanding then tap it in, and had to buy longer screws as the ones provided were to short(was .27 cents for the 2 screws at my local sears hardware store). Is a really clean finished product, easy to install in KK controls, and cost is a no brainer. Here are a few pics:

http://i746.photobucket.com/albums/x.../controls3.jpg
http://i746.photobucket.com/albums/x.../controls2.jpg
http://i746.photobucket.com/albums/x.../Controls1.jpg

Bringing back a old thread. I just received my switch from GLS yesterday and can't wait to get rid of the crappy switches on the wheel. I started having a issue last week where the drive trims itself up when idling, I think water got into the helm when we got caught out in a storm. Also you have to play with wiring to get drive to trim at times. Do I simply disconnect wiring to helm and wire straight to this switch?

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Originally Posted by RNGRDVE (Post 4313449)

RNGRDVE, fill me in on your switch. I need to do the same on the throttles of my 2800!

Steve it worked well. I haven't been on the water yet but installed it on Sunday and it does the job nicely. I'll pm my #, Shoot me a message and I'll send some pics.

edit, your mailbox is full. I sent a message on the Checkmate forum.

I did exactly that! If anyone is interested I have a few more I made as some people have shown an interest in it. Also drilled the hole under the handle and made a stainless tube to run wires through. PM if interested.

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Originally Posted by 89Mach1 (Post 4396423)

I know it's an old thread but would you happen to have a trim switch for Kiekhaefer control left?

thanks in advance

I know it's really old thread but does anyone have this available to buy

Hi

It's very difficult to find !!

new or used...

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Originally Posted by 89Mach1 (Post 4396423)

Yes, old thread but I can't PM 89Mach1 (newbie) looking to see if any more switches being made?

thank you
kw