The Turn Signal Switch – Automatic Transmission (Without Tilt Wheel) is an OE-style steering column electrical restoration component designed for 1978–1979 Ford F-Series pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions and non-tilt steering columns, including F100, F150, F250, and F350 models. This switch restores factory-correct operation of the turn signals and related column-mounted functions, making it an essential component for classic truck restoration parts projects focused on proper functionality and original configuration.
Ford utilized different turn signal switch designs based on transmission type and steering column configuration. This specific switch is engineered only for automatic transmission columns without tilt, ensuring correct fit and electrical compatibility. Over time, original switches commonly fail due to worn internal contacts, brittle wiring, or age-related electrical degradation. When this occurs, turn signal operation may become intermittent or non-functional. Replacing the switch restores dependable, factory-style operation.
Manufactured as an OE-style reproduction, this turn signal switch matches original specifications for connector style, wire routing, mounting geometry, and internal function. It is designed to integrate directly with factory-style non-tilt steering columns used in 1978–1979 F-Series pickups with automatic transmissions. Accurate reproduction is critical to ensure proper alignment within the column and correct interface with the vehicle’s wiring harness.
This switch is not intended for tilt wheel columns or manual transmission applications. Verifying steering column configuration prior to selection is important to ensure proper fitment.
Offered as X-Parts by Auto Metal Direct, this turn signal switch is a third-party OE-style replacement selected to meet AMD’s standards for fit and application accuracy. X-Parts provide dependable electrical restoration solutions when AMD all-new tooling components are not required, while still supporting factory-correct restorations.
This component directly replaces Ford part number D8TZ-13341-B.
Auto Metal Direct is a team of true car guys with years of experience in sheet metal reproduction, car restoration and paint/body work. We believe that quality is not subjective! Our mission is to provide the best customer experience for the Ford, Mopar and GM classic car markets - both in products and in service.
Our panels are made from proper gauge steel and include all correct-as-original clips, tabs, flanges, bends and seams. Each time a prototype body panel comes off of a new tooling, we test fit it on a car. The marked up prototype is then used to change and improve the tools, and a new prototype is produced. This procedure might be repeated multiple times but, once the part is finally approved, you can be assured of a quality part.
| Make | Model | Years | Fitment Notes |
| Ford | F-100 | 1978 - 1979 | WITHOUT TILT |
| Ford | F-150 | 1978 - 1979 | WITHOUT TILT |
| Ford | F-250 | 1978 - 1979 | WITHOUT TILT |
| Ford | F-350 | 1978 - 1979 | WITHOUT TILT |
| Brand | X-Parts |
