Russell Croman Posted September 30, 2012 Report Share Posted September 30, 2012 Hi folks, I've been having trouble with the 12V "cigarette lighter" connector in my CTsw. About half of the things I try to plug into it don't seat securely and eventually work their way loose, causing the accessory to lose power and in some cases have to be re-started. Anyone know of a replacement or alternative connector that would be more secure? Maybe something with a twist-lock type mechanism or at least a couple of anchors to secure a nylon tie to? Right now I've just removed it and wired directly into the plane's wiring, but I'm pretty sure that won't make it past an annual. -Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastEddieB Posted October 1, 2012 Report Share Posted October 1, 2012 These are used on BMW motorcycles and John Deere tractors: One source here: http://www.powerlet.com/shop-by-product/plugs-sockets-wire-more/PWRDIST Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell Croman Posted October 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 1, 2012 Hmm... wonder if I could get an LOA for that. -Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug G. Posted October 1, 2012 Report Share Posted October 1, 2012 You could try get "John Deere Experimental" past the FAA. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMcCand - N248CT Posted October 2, 2012 Report Share Posted October 2, 2012 The original socket from CT seems to be just a cylinder. Cars tend to have springs that bend inward to retain the lighter. (or rather, today, the poor connector).If FD would approve another socket it could help immensely. I think an LOA for another connector type is unlikely, but good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastEddieB Posted October 2, 2012 Report Share Posted October 2, 2012 The original socket from CT seems to be just a cylinder. Cars tend to have springs that bend inward to retain the lighter. I've been known to shove the cutoff end of a ty-wrap into the outlet with the plug to hold it more securely. One could also try a small piece of flat spring, always being very careful not to short out the outlet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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