Smartplug Converstion

Lynnmor wrote:
My trailer came with a twist lock detachable cord. I had failures with the blades in the cord end, the wires loosened in the inlet and the cheesy plastic ring was troublesome. I installed a locking hatch and modified it to exclude pests, then hard-wired a cord. You can argue about the merits of various contacts all you want, but I prefer a continuous wire where it passes thru combustible materials. Pulling out only what I need, easily wiping the cord clean and no need to carry and find a storage place are additional benefits.

I agree the plastic ring is troublesome. My thought is the ring is the root of all evil with the twist lock connector.
Most people don't take the time to ensure the ring is snug and tight. If the ring is not properly snugged the connection becomes loose and the problems begin.
If you take the time to use/secure the twist lok properly it works fine.
My current connection is 8 years old and still working.