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Title: Front bay large Electrical Connector I need replacement pins and sockets
Post by: Bruce Hoglander on June 02, 2025, 04:49:13 AM

I found some corrosion from a leaky windshield in 2 of the large bundle connectors in the front bay . All could be cleaned up but one connector had a broken pin and I would like to replace that pin and socket. I assume they are a molex part. Does anyone have the part number or source for these.  I was looking at the Digikey catalogue but a lot of choices. Any tips on replacing these are appreciated !

Title: Re: Front bay large Electrical Connector I need replacement pins and sockets
Post by: Joel Ashley on June 02, 2025, 10:59:28 PM

Perhaps with a proper, multi-use tool you can tell which size socket and pin you need.

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=molex+plug+pin+removal+tool&hvadid=680641396767&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9052103&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=14148734752783425450--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=14148734752783425450&hvtargid=kwd-2259838952285&hydadcr=29041_14670978&mcid=9cb64e3527563ebeb685e39db148daac&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_5linbdhypa_e

Apply Corrosion-X to exposed metals in the compartment, and dielectric grease or Deoxit to connectors before reassembly.

Joel

Title: Re: Front bay large Electrical Connector I need replacement pins and sockets
Post by: Bruce Hoglander on June 03, 2025, 03:25:42 AM

Thank you Joel. I think you are right and I can narrow it down with a micrometer and then order one as I am probably going to need the extraction tool anyway.

Already opened all six bundle connectors cleaned and  used Deoxit . New windshield has solved the leak problem.

Will take your advice on the corrosion protection in the bay when I am done.