the flasher could be on or near the steering column, or up higher. if someone has replaced it before, it may not even be back in the u-shaped retainer.
a word of advice...if you are replacing it and don't tow a trailer, get the original 2 bulb flasher from a dealer (i believe it's marked #227) or year one has it listed in their catalog. the replacement flashers you buy at parts stores, usually #552 are not as loud and are classified as heavy duty, meaning that they will contiune flashing the remaining bulbs and your dash indicator, even when a lamp burns out.
the original type flasher will stop flashing on that side if a bulb goes out or does not making contact in the socket, a good safety item to let you know of a non-working bulb.
i have my flasher clip up high in the dash near the a/c panel so it can be heard better. the retainer clip helps to echo the click click of the flasher.
[This message has been edited by DAVID IN GA (edited 10-10-99).]