Sloooooowwwww Turn Signals or Blinkers!

SGT.ROCK · Post by **SGT.ROCK** » Sun Dec 31, 2006 1:58 am

Why are my turnsignals so slow? I got my alternator problem sorted out,I tightened the belt and the alternator and my volts gauge reads fine.Is there any way to speed them up a little? I leel like I need to give people behind me on the highway 5 minutes to make sure they see them flashing when I go to change lanes.Thanks :thumbleft:

Jinxmutt · Post by **Jinxmutt** » Sun Dec 31, 2006 3:49 am

both sides & hazards?

The Dark Side of Will · Sun Dec 31, 2006 9:22 am

Are all your bulbs working? Burned out bulbs are what typically cause turn signals to slow down.

SGT.ROCK · Post by **SGT.ROCK** » Sun Dec 31, 2006 11:49 am

Yes,both and I thought when a bulb burned out in front or rear that the other would start flashing real fast? Anyway mine are all still lit.

The Dark Side of Will · Sun Dec 31, 2006 12:00 pm

The bulbs are wired in parallel. When one burns out the resistance goes up and the flash slows down. When you add extra bulbs to the circuit (like when pulling a trailer) the resistance goes down and the flash speeds up.

If all your bulbs are working, check for corroded contacts in the connectors through which the turn signal wiring goes.

You might also try replacing the flasher. An electronic rather than electromechanical flasher would be best.