current recepticle

manoa matt · Post by **manoa matt** » Tue Mar 06, 2007 7:27 pm

I think I'm missing something. Under the dash, by the clutch pedal, there are two purple wires going to a "current recepticle" that is mounted very close to the steering column. It is clear plastic, and looks like a light bulb holder. I vaguely remember my other 78 had an amber light down there, but that was years ago.

Does anybody know what a "current recepticle" is and what exactly goes in there. Can I just connect the two wires together that lead to it?

Thanks

Matt

So Cal Mark · Post by **So Cal Mark** » Tue Mar 06, 2007 10:06 pm

I would advise against connecting the two wires together unless you're really into letting the smoke out of the wires. Normally, two wires to any device are 1. power, 2. ground.

perthling · Post by **perthling** » Tue Mar 06, 2007 11:02 pm

My understanding is that this was the precursor to a 12V lighter socket which has become the standard for car accessory power. I believe it was fitted to potentially plug in a 12V light or similar other item when the car was stationary. I would certainly not recommend joining them together, but they may provide a useful power supply for an aftermarket accessory eg voltmeter or similar.