re the Brake light switch , I dont normally like to plug evilbay in anyway but i did find these on there and they work well. quite cost effective too .
Stuart, I use those in both of my cars, What I have found is the tab that holds the switch has to be bent forward to work properly, also they only cost $5.95 at supercheap!!!
Cheers Theo Z..................
Watch for the early bird, He might be just getting home.