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Originally posted by HappyCampers29RS View Post
Haven’t done so yet - any thoughts on the best method for a good splice?Forum moderators are not GD employees--we are volunteers and owners presumably just like yourself. Unless specifically mentioned otherwise, we have nothing to gain should you choose to purchase a product or engage a service we discuss on this forum.
Neil Citro
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HappyCampers29RS ,
I agree with ncitro -- use weatherproof butt splices and then cover with heat shrink tubing that has a glue lining (meant for environmental conditions).
If none of that makes any sense, don't have the tools, or no experience with these items please consider having someone do the permanent repair for you. If not done right you'll be right back where you started (or worse) somewhere down the road.Forum moderators are not GD employees--we are volunteers and owners presumably just like yourself. Unless specifically mentioned otherwise, we have nothing to gain should you choose to purchase a product or engage a service we discuss on this forum.
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Originally posted by HappyCampers29RS View PostSo, we were outside talking and decided to take a look under the slide, just to see what we could see. THIS is what we could see!
Their's appeared to get pinched by the slide's actuator when closed.
Perhaps some spiral wrap on the SO cord could help protect it.
3/8 Inches (10 mm) Black Polyethylene Spiral Wire Wrap https://www.amazon.com/Inches-Polyet.../dp/B07BKB4HHZ
https://gdrvowners.com/forum/operati...ng-low-voltage
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I'd be leery of making a "splice" connection on an AC power cord. Most splice connectors are designed for low current DC such as in automotive use. If you look on-line for "Butt Connectors", you'll see that the vast majority of them specify for automotive or marine use (DC Circuits).
If at all possible, I'd replace the entire cord and then protect it from future cuts and abrasion.
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Originally posted by TucsonJim View PostI'd be leery of making a "splice" connection on an AC power cord. Most splice connectors are designed for low current DC such as in automotive use. If you look on-line for "Butt Connectors", you'll see that the vast majority of them specify for automotive or marine use (DC Circuits).
If at all possible, I'd replace the entire cord and then protect it from future cuts and abrasion.
Jim
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Originally posted by gbkims View Post
The photo with the spring reminded me of another person that had cut SO cord.
Their's appeared to get pinched by the slide's actuator when closed.
Perhaps some spiral wrap on the SO cord could help protect it.
3/8 Inches (10 mm) Black Polyethylene Spiral Wire Wrap https://www.amazon.com/Inches-Polyet.../dp/B07BKB4HHZ
https://gdrvowners.com/forum/operati...ng-low-voltage
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Originally posted by howson View PostHappyCampers29RS ,
I agree with ncitro -- use weatherproof butt splices and then cover with heat shrink tubing that has a glue lining (meant for environmental conditions).
If none of that makes any sense, don't have the tools, or no experience with these items please consider having someone do the permanent repair for you. If not done right you'll be right back where you started (or worse) somewhere down the road.
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Originally posted by TucsonJim View PostI'd be leery of making a "splice" connection on an AC power cord. Most splice connectors are designed for low current DC such as in automotive use. If you look on-line for "Butt Connectors", you'll see that the vast majority of them specify for automotive or marine use (DC Circuits).
If at all possible, I'd replace the entire cord and then protect it from future cuts and abrasion.
JimForum moderators are not GD employees--we are volunteers and owners presumably just like yourself. Unless specifically mentioned otherwise, we have nothing to gain should you choose to purchase a product or engage a service we discuss on this forum.
Neil Citro
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Originally posted by HappyCampers29RS View Post
The copper wire is “stranded” and not one piece and “stiff” like you see in home wiring. We actually were thinking that butt splices would work in that case? 🤔
https://www.wiringproducts.com/heat-shrink-butt-splices
RV's are supposed to meet the National Electrical Code. The NEC specifies that all connections and splices should be inside of a junction box. Of course, you don't have that option available here. But it may be your only option if you can't get to the wire for replacement.
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Originally posted by ncitro View Post
Looking at Amazon I do see the reference to automotive. It could just be that I’ve airways bought mine at an electrical supply house but the ones I’ve always used are UL listed and rated to 600V. Certainly something to watch.
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Originally posted by HappyCampers29RS View PostUPDATE! All fixed and working properly! Thank you so much everyone for the tips, links, and overall support! 🙏Forum moderators are not GD employees--we are volunteers and owners presumably just like yourself. Unless specifically mentioned otherwise, we have nothing to gain should you choose to purchase a product or engage a service we discuss on this forum.
Neil Citro
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2019 F350 6.7L Long Bed Crew Cab
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