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6. 1: it's a broken switch, not loose wires, definitely

Wed May 13, 2026, 08:55 PM

6 hrs ago

2: spring for commercial grade (especially frequently plugged/unplugged outlets) whenever you replace electrical components. Buy once, cry once.

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I have a floppy lightswitch! (And no, this is not a personal problem.) [View all] Beartracks 7 hrs ago OP

Not sure buy I'd buy commercial grade replacements. SheltieLover 7 hrs ago #1

Happens all the time. OAITW r.2.0 7 hrs ago #2

I'm a chickenshit. chicoescuela 6 hrs ago #5

1: it's a broken switch, not loose wires, definitely ret5hd 6 hrs ago #6