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rerod
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May 11, 2013

Most reliable connector. semi 7 pin or RV blade ?

Iv been researching connectors because I'm not satisfied with my plastic hopkins connector. I'm sure the standard 7 blade design works fine, while having it's limitations as any. But I'm not a fan of how big and disposable all of the ones I found were. And the wire clamp seal was weak compared to a cast aluminum connector. I don't have room to mount the hopkins on my bumper and have hole saw for the bumper but I'm reluctant.



Why does the recreational side use the plastic 7 blade, while the commercial side uses cast 7 pin? SAE J560 and ISO 3731
Which is the most reliable, in your opinion?

Thanks

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