connector of doom.!! [Archive]

raj

19-12-2009, 20:08

yes the connector of doom, ie the one fixed to the n/s wing just below the header tank and headlamp.

im wanting to replace the crappy connector, but what is out there that i can use i place of this plastic connector? im after something thats pretty weather proof and has a good solid connection.

any ideas?

people who have replaced this connector, what have you used.?

Woznaldo

19-12-2009, 21:24

There are a few options off the top of my head with price being the overiding factor. The most expensive would be an aircraft style multi-pin polarised plug available from Demon Tweeks (prob not the cheapest though?).

There are a few companies that sell weather proof automotive connectors. Just give google a spin. I'll see if I can find a couple of links.

Woznaldo

19-12-2009, 21:27

Here's one:

http://www.vehicle-wiring-products.eu/VWP-onlinestore/connectors/multiconnectors.php

http://www.autoelectricsupplies.co.uk/product/42

I can't find a weather proof plug, other than aircraft style, with enough pins?

raj

19-12-2009, 21:43

thanks woz, you dont happen to remember how many wires go to the connector do you?

Woznaldo

19-12-2009, 22:07

13 Pins ( 1 row of 7 & 1 row of 6). You could use two 5 pins and a 3 pin connector as a trio or the aircraft style which can go up to 150 pin!

These are the ones that Demon Tweeks sell:

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/products/ProductDetail.asp?cls=MSPORT&pcode=SOU8STAM0435N

rs250nut

19-12-2009, 22:21

I have seen weather proof connectors at work they use for the looms that go in our boats, I will see if I can get the name of the supplier.:)

Thundercat

19-12-2009, 23:58

These are the daddies i've used these in the foundry industry and make a very reliable connector. I'm making an order monday morning as need one for my track car build.
CONTACT CONNECTORS|10.0401+10.0320+10.1920+10.1930+12.9545 |HBE KIT COMPLETE | CPC (http://cpc.farnell.com/contact-connectors/10-0401-10-0320-10-1920-10-1930-12-9545/hbe-kit-complete/dp/CN09705)

raj

20-12-2009, 10:12

These are the daddies i've used these in the foundry industry and make a very reliable connector. I'm making an order monday morning as need one for my track car build.
CONTACT CONNECTORS|10.0401+10.0320+10.1920+10.1930+12.9545 |HBE KIT COMPLETE | CPC (http://cpc.farnell.com/contact-connectors/10-0401-10-0320-10-1920-10-1930-12-9545/hbe-kit-complete/dp/CN09705)

do they some in 13pin.?

Thundercat

21-12-2009, 00:06

They come in 4,10,16,24,32 way. They can be ordered as in line plug/socket or plug to panel mount. The best thing is they are a screw terminal connection but suggest using drapy pin crimps used on wires as far better connection in to terminals.

Os8472

21-12-2009, 00:14

Forget buying a weather proof connector from Demon tweaks and the like, they'll charge you a fortune just for 1 half of the connector.

I got my connector off the US ebay for 10quid delivered to my door in less than 3 days, its worked perfect ever since

raj

21-12-2009, 01:48

They can be ordered as in line plug/socket or plug to panel mount.
which type would we need?:scratch:

raj

21-12-2009, 01:49

Forget buying a weather proof connector from Demon tweaks and the like, they'll charge you a fortune just for 1 half of the connector.

I got my connector off the US ebay for 10quid delivered to my door in less than 3 days, its worked perfect ever since

so what did you exactly purchase?

i may just end up getting the local auto electrician to supply and fit a new connector! save me the headache.