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Help, power to trailer in and out when connected to the truck.

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Ahmodaman, Oct 20, 2023.

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  1. Oct 20, 2023 #1
    Ahmodaman

    Ahmodaman Bobtail Member

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    So every time I am coupling and I connect the power line it’s always loose and electricity on trailer always in and out every move i make. I seen a little plastic part that you put in and it’ll keep it sturdy. I mean I’ve used stuff to keep it sturdy but always falls off . Does anyone know the name or a link for it? Hope y’all know what I’m talking about
     
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  3. Oct 20, 2023 #2
    gentleroger

    gentleroger Road Train Member

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    Just use a zip tie
     
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  4. Oct 20, 2023 #3
    Judge

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    Zip tie, doubled up, put in on bottom as a shim.
     
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  5. Oct 20, 2023 #4
    lester

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    tarp strap holding it up, down or sideways. Or if you wanna get really crazy..replace the pigtail
     
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  7. Oct 20, 2023 #5
    Ahmodaman

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    I’ve used the zip every time. But I saw someone was actually selling an accessory for that. Figured I’d see if anyone bought it . It’s pretty cool you attach it to the male part and everyone you connect it just push it in
     
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  8. Oct 20, 2023 #6
    gentleroger

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    It's a $5 fix for a 5 cent problem. If you're going to buy something, buy a new cord.
     
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  9. Oct 20, 2023 #7
    supersnackbar

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    Heck, don't have to buy the whole cord, they sell just the ends and the inside has each connection marked for each color wire.
     
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  10. Oct 20, 2023 #8
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    Amazon


    Screenshot_2023-10-20-20-44-53-449~2.jpg
     
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  11. Oct 20, 2023 #9
    Concorde

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    The socket on the trailer is what really needs to be replaced. TA in Brooklyn, IA had a bunch in stock when I needed just the housing.

    Those sockets get all distorted from spinning the trailer around.
     
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  12. Oct 20, 2023 #10
    lester

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    Screenshot_20231020_221358_Chrome.jpg This is actually a pretty good idea. For.you guys that swap trailers a lot I would definitely keep one on hand
     
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