well that blows... but its to be expected. what if i laid new wires from the stop light switch to each brake lamp {bypass the directional hazard switch}, so then i would have separate wires for the turn signals and brake lights but they would both be connected to the light socket? i feel like if done properly then this might work but i also know that its very likely to compromise the turn signals and or taillights. Any thoughts or advice on this "idea"? one more thing if i were to buy a brand new directional switch then where might i find the best price?