Kent, Thanks for the advice. I did pull the light switch out and cleaned the contact point for the variable resistor with a burnishing tool. That did help some (no more dead spots). The light for the center console was nice and bright at full illumination, so I wsn't suspecting the light switch since it is on the same circuit (through the light switch). Actually, I am not really sure how bright these lights should be. I know I wasn't a bright in the 60's, so I am guessing the dash lights were a little dimmer than what we are used to today. Keith Re: [AMC-List] 65 Marlin Instrument Bulbs Date: Saturday, December 30, 2006 12:57 PM From: KENT ANDERSON <65marlin327@xxxxxxxxxxx> When my Marlin popped fuses like candy, I discovered it was the light switch that was shorting out. Ever since I replaced the switch, my dash lights are nice and bright, and no more blown fuses, which means I always have tail lights, now, too! Just a suggestion. Those things do wear out. _______________________________________________ AMC-List mailing list AMC-List@xxxxxxxxxxxx http://www.amc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/amc-list or go to http://www.amc-list.com