Thank all of you for your suggestions. I think i may have the problem corrected. I attached a new ground wire to the left headlight socket ground wire and then attached the new ground wire to a bolt on the frame. So far everything works fine, headlights, hi-low beams, signals, hazards, etc. It starts up almost instantly. I have had it out for several small trips for a total of about 90 miles since Friday. It's been awhile to get back to working on it, but i very much appreciate all the replies to my problem. Hope all continues to work good. Planning to have new tires and brake pads installed this week as my brother and I are planning to take about a 5000 mile fund raising tour for Park Creek Bible Camp in Northern California and we want to be sure both bikes are in top shape for the ride. Thanks again! ....Brownie