Cleaning 7-way And 4-way Connection Points
Question:
I am looking for a cleaning tool, wire brush type, to clean both the mail and female ends on the connectors. I ebayd it and it says Etrailers carries such an item but I cant find it on your website. HELP
asked by: Ray M
Expert Reply:
I have a solution for you.
We do not carry a tool that small, however the solution is going to be easy.
If you are trying to clean dirt and muck out of a 7pin or 4 pin connection you can use some pipe cleaners and some carb cleaner spray. Tooth picks work great to get gunk out of the connections too.
If you have corrosion you can use white vinegar and pipe cleaners.
After you get everything cleaned out I highly recommend putting some Dielectric Grease for Electrical Connectors, 2 oz. # 11755 in the connection ports to prevent further mucking up.
If the corrosion is to much it is recommend to replace the connection points to prevent electrical issues.
I suggest the Hopkins Endurance Multi-Tow Twist-Mount 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector - Vehicle End # HM40920
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Hopkins Endurance Multi-Tow Twist-Mount 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector - Vehicle End
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Vehicle End Connector
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- 4 Flat
- 7 Round - Blade
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Dielectric Grease for Electrical Connectors, 2 oz.
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