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Well I wouldn't suggest cutting anything with a rasp! I only used it to smooth things out, and it made a proper mess in the garage while I was at it (wear a mask).
I don't see any fusible links in the wiring diagram, but there is an in-line diode there. If that diode shorted, then you might get some AC signal to the battery, and batteries don't like AC. The only other white wires go straight to the rectifier, so I can't think of any other reason one of...
It's generally a bad idea to run LEDs without a resistor, since they can't restrict the current through them without one (killing the LED). Resistors are cheaper than LEDs anyway, and they're not hard to work with, just pick the right ones for the job. Most 5mm LEDs can handle 20-30mA, which...
The brake switches are normally open, so using either brake will complete the circuit between the yellow and brown wires. It sounds like the switches aren't working, so disconnect each of them to see which is the problem.
If you have your heart set on using a "freeze" method, you could check out using the dry ice method. I've never had to do it before, but getting the pipes hot and using normal ice might work as well.
Valleykat: sometimes LED tail/brake lights that are made elsewhere do not have separate "brake" and "running" lights (something was probably lost in translation at one point). I've torn open several such modules to find that even though the terminals are isolated by a diode, they still go to...
It's one of my specialties. :cool: EngTB has more info (as is its custom) including other torch gases.
I think you've got a pretty good chance of getting it, since torch welding seems ideal for cast aluminum and the sand will help prevent it from flowing if you overheat it. Those brazing...
If you're feeling adventurous, how about using a torch to weld it back over itself? Pull the screw out and push the plate down in firmly packed sand, evenly heat it with whatever torch is handy until you get a little pool at the cracks; quench it when you're finished and then do the other side...
It requires some patience is all. You have to be gentle, but deliberate with her! Loosen the top and pull it back a little, then rock it back and forth so that it doesn't catch on anything. Viola, it's off!