backup light switch

[slocrow]

Hi; I've got one of those manual, ZF 6 speed trans' that are notorious for going through that $60-$65 OEM backup light switch that mounts into the case, high on the drivers side. I'm thinking of just replacing it with a spliced in push button type switch where the button or surround is illuminated when the lights are on. Dummy proof I'm hoping so as not to drive down the street with the BU lights left on. I suppose I could wire in a courtesy light as opposed to an illuminated switch but............
I'm looking for any switch suggestions..........................Thanks, Frank

[phat rat]

Hi; I've got one of those manual, ZF 6 speed trans' that are notorious for going through that $60-$65 OEM backup light switch that mounts into the case, high on the drivers side. I'm thinking of just replacing it with a spliced in push button type switch where the button or surround is illuminated when the lights are on. Dummy proof I'm hoping so as not to drive down the street with the BU lights left on. I suppose I could wire in a courtesy light as opposed to an illuminated switch but............
I'm looking for any switch suggestions..........................Thanks, Frank

How fancy do you want the switch to be? If that's not an issue they make toggles that the handle is lit or rockers with a small light showing it's on.

 http://www.jamestowndistributors.com/userportal/show_product.do?pid=8421

http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062528&CAWELAID=107593084

http://www.globalsources.com/manufacturers/Rocker-Light-Switch.html

[enjenjo]

Rock Auto has the switch for under $10

[slocrow]

Thank You Very Much................