Bulb holders for back of dash. Where can I find them and a few other things

[Spartan]

I stripped down my instrument cluster, removing all the switches and lights before I sent it out for restoraton.  I see one of my bulb holders that twist into the back of the dash has a broken tab and is not seating properly.  Where can I find a replacement for these things? Its just one that is broke.  I will probably replace all the bulbs since I have them out. 

I also saw my dash dimmer switch has some green build up on the copper spring that rides along the electrode when you spin the knob.  Is this going to cause some resistance/heat and what can I clean them up with?

Since I have the light switch, wiper etc, is there any more work/cleaning/lubricating that needs to be done to these items before I get the cluster back?

Thanks in advance.

[8WHEELER]

I had the Clock Doc in TN do a couple of my dash face & gauge rebiuld, they do great work and have
those twist in bulb holders there, most of these out fits have them give your place a call they probably
have them as well or could get some. I also got some off ebay.

Dan

[Spartan]

Cool,  I'll try that.  Thanks.

[71_deputy]

as for the bulb holders- there is gotta be a auto scrap yard near ya with thousands of the things.  take your broken one and happy hunting!!

[blackcharger]

as for the bulb holders- there is gotta be a auto scrap yard near ya with thousands of the things.   take your broken one and happy hunting!!

if not, give me a shout, I've got extras. cost of shipping.
  Dave    LL675@aol.com

[Spartan]

I'll try to find them.  I take it they are the same that are used in other madels too.  Thanks guys.

[blackcharger]

you can find them in pre '94 Dodge trucks too.

[Nacho-RT74]

Buddy they are used on A LOT of cars, so look at your local parts dealer shop. I can find them here even on gas stations stores.

[8WHEELER]

Keep in mind while looking for them there are 2 different sizes, take your old one with you.
I have never found one the correct size in any parts store...........

Dan

[Spartan]

Good info.  Thanks guys.

[Chryco Psycho]

use a scotch brite pad to clean the coil in the dimmer / headlight switch

[Spartan]

Ya, I noticed mine had dirt and green copper build up.  One thing I found on my headlight swich was one prong was loose. The little clips on each side are loose too.  Anyone ever had this problem or how to fix it?  I know the switch works but the prong I can push in and out.  I am assuming the small "L" shaped pices wedge the prong in position but I cannot push them in enough to hold the prong in place.

[Spartan]

On these holders, NAPA here had replacements so I I tried them out and it fit great.

[cudaken]

 Dave, you got mail.

Mine the tab's broke off.

                                  Cuda Ken

[bad1032]

differant auto stores have them, they are 5/8

[Spartan]

Ya, 5/8 is what I purchased.  I saw Texas Acres had some listed on the website for $3 ea. Figures I find it after I went out and found some new.