82 gs850gl wiring

[isgood]

I Have a phantom short in the stop/turn/brake circuit. every time i start to trace it then things start to work again, it usually only happens in the spring after first start. the bike runs great other than that. any ideas. really not in the mood to pull the harnes apart again!

[RHODESIA SMITH]

I had almost the same thing , but with only the rear light. Try changing the bulb/globe holder. Thats what I did and it cured it. These old things pick up resistance, cracks and they short out themselves. A fuse can blow by having a wobbly globe that is not being held correctly.

I suppose the indicator bulb holders might do the same, but try to work out which side is giving you hassles.

also check your fuse block - take it off the bike and check the rear of it- the solder joints develop cracks what is called a dry joint and this will mess you around until the cows come home. Wiggle the wires, if any seem suspect resolder the connections.

[BassCliff]

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There's no need to pull the harness apart. But it sounds like you will have to go through it and check all of the connections, clean and replace whatever is necessary, look for worn insulation, etc. Yes, it's tedious and a pain but it must be done. Check the Electrical Odd and Ends page of my website for tips, this tip in particular:

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