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#1 Ru55boy

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 02:46 PM

I need a good quality connector plug to separate the wiring for the headlights and indicators for a removeable fibreglass front.

I don't know where to start, any recommendations?

7 wires in and 12 out.

Cheers

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#2 Jupitus

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 03:21 PM

I need a good quality connector plug to separate the wiring for the headlights and indicators for a removeable fibreglass front.

I don't know where to start, any recommendations?

7 wires in and 12 out.

Cheers

Russ


The mate n lock connectors go up to 15 way:

http://www.vehicle-w...iconnectors.php

Others I have heard of using towing accessory wiring connectors, the kind of thing you connect up a trailer or caravan with...

EDIT: Don't forget the earths!

Edited by Jupitus, 15 October 2008 - 03:21 PM.


#3 Bungle

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 03:29 PM

i know a lot of people use trailer plugs and sockets

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 03:30 PM

im using these for my spotlights, a bit fiddly but perfect for what you need russ, waterproof!!

seems like things are progressing nicely then??

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 03:49 PM

this i what i used its a towing connector cost about 4 quid :thumbsup:
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Posted 15 October 2008 - 03:50 PM

Cheers guys,

Just done an Ebay search for Trailer Plugs and they're looking favourite so far.

Those connectors look good David but may be a bit small for my sausage fingers. I should be buying the front end next week!

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 03:53 PM

Nice one Captain Kirk. That space looks ideal for the connector.


What's the score with an earth? What do I need to wire up to what?

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 03:59 PM

Cheers guys,

Just done an Ebay search for Trailer Plugs and they're looking favourite so far.

Those connectors look good David but may be a bit small for my sausage fingers. I should be buying the front end next week!


my hourly rate isn't too bad :thumbsup:, and the connectors aren't big and bulky and can be tucked away for a neat engine bay :P

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 04:05 PM

will check my wiring out tomorrow for you cant remember what i did now lol (old age)

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 07:29 PM

Right, as I'm replacing the metal wings with a fibreglass one-piece, do I need to earth each indicator and headlight?

I'm now thinking of using a standard 7 pin N-type trailer plug and socket but this won't give me a pin for an earth.
I'm thinking, run a wire from each indicator and headlamp to metal washers that will be tight against the subframe when the front is fitted.

Does this sound right or is it simpler than that?

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 07:45 PM

The wiring will NEED proper earthing. That means tight firm clean connections to the body of the car.

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 08:16 PM

The wiring will NEED proper earthing. That means tight firm clean connections to the body of the car.


Okay, I'll work something out then.

Thanks again.

Russ

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 08:31 PM

Ive got an aircraft Loom plug and socket, but at their price youde have to be insane to buy them.. they are very very cool though.

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 08:57 PM

use the earths that are already there, for the lights and indicators thats what i did.

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Posted 15 October 2008 - 09:37 PM

you could earth them to the subframe/flipfront bars russ, one earth for each side - you can tell I haven't had a bevvy tonight!

and i would seriously consider small plugs to keep things neat >_<




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