Molex plug fitted for Classic Head needed in Central London

IanWood · 14th August 2007, 14:21

Hi,

One of my molex plugs on my Classic Head needs to be replaced/refitted- if I wiggle it it makes connection, but another wiggle and it doesn't.

I have moved the wire from cell to cell and confirmed it is the wire and not the cell itself.

I was thinking of sending it down to AP but have been told this is a common problem and one easy to fix with the right tools and costs about 10p...

Does anyone know any electrical shops in Central London which can do this, or someone who live in/near London which can do this for me ( for a fee of a beer or two..)

Best regards,

Ian

Simon A · 14th August 2007, 15:50

Ian,
I've got the correct crimp tool for this, If you've got the spare terminals and we can work out how to get it to you, you're welcome to borrow it.
Alternatively you can buy the crimp tool your self for approx £25 inc delivery from Rapid Electronics
HTH
Simon A

IanWood · 14th August 2007, 18:07

Hi Simon,

Thanks for getting back to me.

I haven't got the bit but could most likely get hold of one.

I think I would rather take the head to someone and have them do it, as I don't want to practice on my costly to repair unit!

Have you done this repair yourself? Is it that tricky?

Best regards,

Ian

IanWood · 14th August 2007, 18:51

...does anyone know where I can get one of the plugs and what the model number is?

Cheers

Ian

Odin · 14th August 2007, 22:33

Quote: (Originally Posted by IanWood)

...does anyone know where I can get one of the plugs and what the model number is?

Cheers

Ian

Ian, I've recently had the same problem with mine.

I took the head to AP for them to refit the connector. They were very helpful and took the head and me into the workshop. When they trimmed back the wire to refit a connector it was black! In January it had been given a clean bill of health by AP.
So, one new loom later....
Hopefully you will get away with the 10p fix...
Paul
p.s. Clints 69th birthday this w/e!

Mdemon · 15th August 2007, 07:44

Quote: (Originally Posted by IanWood)

...does anyone know where I can get one of the plugs and what the model number is?

Cheers

Ian

Yes, AP! And they will sell you the gold plated ones too, not the SS ones you find more commonly online.

They don't mind you doing it yourself IF you have the crimping tool. And you'll probably have them next day.

Don't feel you have to avoid AP - you're not the first to want to do this and you won't be the last!

(Here is how we replaced the molex on my rEvoDream)

***jradomski*** · 15th August 2007, 09:14

Quote: (Originally Posted by Mdemon)

Yes, AP! And they will sell you the gold plated ones too, not the SS ones you find more commonly online.

They don't mind you doing it yourself IF you have the crimping tool. And you'll probably have them next day.

Don't feel you have to avoid AP - you're not the first to want to do this and you won't be the last!

(Here is how we replaced the molex on my rEvoDream)

Molex makes 2 type of gold pins, they look the same but one is a much better quality pin.. There is a thread in the KISS section giving the various part numbers and the pin compositions..

IanWood · 15th August 2007, 13:03

Quote: (Originally Posted by Mdemon)

Yes, AP! And they will sell you the gold plated ones too, not the SS ones you find more commonly online.

They don't mind you doing it yourself IF you have the crimping tool. And you'll probably have them next day.

Don't feel you have to avoid AP - you're not the first to want to do this and you won't be the last!

(Here is how we replaced the molex on my rEvoDream)

I have just ordered two connectors ( at £3.50 each I thought I could push the boat out...)

narked at 90 · 16th August 2007, 20:13

If any one needs the gold pins and connectors i have them for sale, on my wesite after loads of people asked for them http://www.narkedat90.co.uk/53.html
kind regards john routley

Tino de Rijk · 17th August 2007, 08:56

I really like the little touch "...and one extra normal pin to gain experience with"...! Brilliant! and: how true....

ciao,

tino.

Quote: (Originally Posted by narked at 90)

If any one needs the gold pins and connectors i have them for sale, on my wesite after loads of people asked for them http://www.narkedat90.co.uk/53.html
kind regards john routley

14th August 2007, 14:21	#1 (permalink)
IanWood New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2006 Location: London Posts: 26	Molex plug fitted for Classic Head needed in Central London Hi, One of my molex plugs on my Classic Head needs to be replaced/refitted- if I wiggle it it makes connection, but another wiggle and it doesn't. I have moved the wire from cell to cell and confirmed it is the wire and not the cell itself. I was thinking of sending it down to AP but have been told this is a common problem and one easy to fix with the right tools and costs about 10p... Does anyone know any electrical shops in Central London which can do this, or someone who live in/near London which can do this for me ( for a fee of a beer or two..) Best regards, Ian
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14th August 2007, 15:50	#2 (permalink)
Simon A Escapee from DIY Rebreather's Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Reading, UK Posts: 346	Re: Molex plug fitted for Classic Head needed in Central London Ian, I've got the correct crimp tool for this, If you've got the spare terminals and we can work out how to get it to you, you're welcome to borrow it. Alternatively you can buy the crimp tool your self for approx £25 inc delivery from Rapid Electronics HTH Simon A
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14th August 2007, 18:07	#3 (permalink)
IanWood New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2006 Location: London Posts: 26	Re: Molex plug fitted for Classic Head needed in Central London Hi Simon, Thanks for getting back to me. I haven't got the bit but could most likely get hold of one. I think I would rather take the head to someone and have them do it, as I don't want to practice on my costly to repair unit! Have you done this repair yourself? Is it that tricky? Best regards, Ian
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14th August 2007, 18:51	#4 (permalink)
IanWood New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2006 Location: London Posts: 26	Re: Molex plug fitted for Classic Head needed in Central London ...does anyone know where I can get one of the plugs and what the model number is? Cheers Ian
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14th August 2007, 22:33	#5 (permalink)
Odin Egbert - the Deco Dancer Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: U.K Posts: 143	Re: Molex plug fitted for Classic Head needed in Central London Quote: (Originally Posted by IanWood) ...does anyone know where I can get one of the plugs and what the model number is? Cheers Ian Ian, I've recently had the same problem with mine. I took the head to AP for them to refit the connector. They were very helpful and took the head and me into the workshop. When they trimmed back the wire to refit a connector it was black! In January it had been given a clean bill of health by AP. So, one new loom later.... Hopefully you will get away with the 10p fix... Paul p.s. Clints 69th birthday this w/e!
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15th August 2007, 07:44	#6 (permalink)
Mdemon SiegeEngine II Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Home Build Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: SWUK Posts: 1,946	Re: Molex plug fitted for Classic Head needed in Central London Quote: (Originally Posted by IanWood) ...does anyone know where I can get one of the plugs and what the model number is? Cheers Ian Yes, AP! And they will sell you the gold plated ones too, not the SS ones you find more commonly online. They don't mind you doing it yourself IF you have the crimping tool. And you'll probably have them next day. Don't feel you have to avoid AP - you're not the first to want to do this and you won't be the last! (Here is how we replaced the molex on my rEvoDream) __________________ www.southwestmafia.com "small minds talk about people, Average Minds Talk About Events, GREAT MINDS TALK ABOUT IDEAS!" The WRONG Attitude will get you killed. "Once the agenda-monkeys and perfect-worlders have moved on, perhaps we can do some diving?" Last edited by Mdemon : 15th August 2007 at 08:02. Reason: Added link...
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15th August 2007, 09:14	#7 (permalink)
*jradomski* Moderator Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Sport Kiss Optima rEvo Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Evolution Megalodon Classic Kiss rEvo Other CCR Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: "Da" Bronx Posts: 3,115	Re: Molex plug fitted for Classic Head needed in Central London Quote: (Originally Posted by Mdemon) Yes, AP! And they will sell you the gold plated ones too, not the SS ones you find more commonly online. They don't mind you doing it yourself IF you have the crimping tool. And you'll probably have them next day. Don't feel you have to avoid AP - you're not the first to want to do this and you won't be the last! (Here is how we replaced the molex on my rEvoDream) Molex makes 2 type of gold pins, they look the same but one is a much better quality pin.. There is a thread in the KISS section giving the various part numbers and the pin compositions.. __________________ Joe Radomski CCR Trimix Instructor Trainer ANDI Instructor Trainer Director #10 All posts are personal opinions and DO NOT reflect any affiliated agency unless specifically stated.
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15th August 2007, 13:03	#8 (permalink)
IanWood New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2006 Location: London Posts: 26	Re: Molex plug fitted for Classic Head needed in Central London Quote: (Originally Posted by Mdemon) Yes, AP! And they will sell you the gold plated ones too, not the SS ones you find more commonly online. They don't mind you doing it yourself IF you have the crimping tool. And you'll probably have them next day. Don't feel you have to avoid AP - you're not the first to want to do this and you won't be the last! (Here is how we replaced the molex on my rEvoDream) I have just ordered two connectors ( at £3.50 each I thought I could push the boat out...)
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16th August 2007, 20:13	#9 (permalink)
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17th August 2007, 08:56	#10 (permalink)
Tino de Rijk Old, maybe one day wise Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Evolution Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 375	Re: Molex plug fitted for Classic Head needed in Central London I really like the little touch "...and one extra normal pin to gain experience with"...! Brilliant! and: how true.... ciao, tino. Quote: (Originally Posted by narked at 90) If any one needs the gold pins and connectors i have them for sale, on my wesite after loads of people asked for them http://www.narkedat90.co.uk/53.html kind regards john routley
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