NOS Sorensen SW-117 Stoplight Switch – USA Made
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Description:
Correct for 1965–76 Ford and Mercury platforms including Galaxie, Mustang, and F-Series trucks. Cross-referenced with Standard DS-117, Niehoff HL-117, and OE Ford C7ZZ-13480B. Threaded body with plunger-style actuator – mounts near brake pedal bracket. NOS condition – includes original packaging – not a reproduction.
⚙️ Part Overview
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Manufacturer: Sorensen (Standard Motor Products)
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Part Number: SW-117
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Type: Stoplight (brake light) switch
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Design: Threaded body with plunger-style actuator
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Function: Activates brake lights when pedal is depressed
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Country of Origin: USA
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Packaging: Typically boxed; NOS units may show shelf wear or be bundled in multi-part lots
🚗 Fitment & Specific Applications
Based on verified NOS listings and OEM references, SW-117 is correct for mid-1960s Ford, Mercury, and Ford Truck platforms using mechanical brake light switches:
| Make | Models (Typical) | Years | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford | Galaxie, Fairlane, Mustang | 1967–1968 | OE part numbers C7ZZ-13480B, C8ZZ-13480B |
| Mercury | Comet, Monterey | 1965–1968 | Confirm bracket style |
| Ford Truck | F-Series, Bronco | 1975–1976 | May require bracket adapter |
Mounts near the brake pedal bracket and completes the circuit to rear lamps when the pedal is depressed.
🔁 Cross-Reference Numbers
| Brand | Part Number |
|---|---|
| Sorensen | SW-117 |
| Niehoff | HL-117 |
| Standard | DS-117 |
| Wells | SW117 |
| NAPA Echlin | SL117 |
| Delco | D1801 (approximate match) |
| OEM Ford | C5AZ-13480B, C7ZZ-13480B, C8ZZ-13480B【4†】 |
These interchange numbers reflect compatibility across multiple aftermarket brands and OE Ford references
