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Glider Trailer Wiring Tips
One other hint.
Corrosion is the bain of all trailers. This is both within the connectors and the lights. I found that if I coat all connections with a "dielectric grease" I never have any problems even after the trailer has been outside all winter and the car has been dragged through salt spray. This is basically a very good petroleum grease. I coat both the male/female connections between the car/trailer and inside the lights between the bulb and the contacts. Dow Corning mades a good product for $8 a tube or so which goes a long way. I have found it at automotive shops, trailer shops and online. Steer away from the cheap black stuff as it makes a mess. I also have found rubber boots for the trailer/car connectors. This further protects this vunerable connection. I have found these at all the big box stores (Wal-Mart, etc). Good luck and let me know if this helps. Johnatderosaweb.com |
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