30 amp cord weather boot broke
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Topic: 30 amp cord weather boot broke
Posted By: PodBarb
Subject: 30 amp cord weather boot broke
Date Posted: 06 Aug 2018 at 9:10pm
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The twist ring that tightens the power cord to the outside outlet (on 171) broke off. Need it? If so, where to get it? thanks ------------- 2017 RPod 171 2017 Kia Sorento SX |
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Posted By: Pod People
Date Posted: 06 Aug 2018 at 9:44pm
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Ours broke also-probably I tightened it too much. I was able to use Super glue and repair ir. So far it is still working. Vann ------------- Vann & Laura 2015 RPod 179 https://postimg.cc/0zwKrfB9"> 
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Posted By: PodBarb
Date Posted: 07 Aug 2018 at 12:16am
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Yeah, me, too, about the tightening; but they are a bit flimsy. Thanks for the idea which will at least make it weather resistant. ------------- 2017 RPod 171 2017 Kia Sorento SX |
Posted By: Tars Tarkas
Date Posted: 07 Aug 2018 at 7:30am
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Look for "30 amp ring" on Amazon. They're overpriced in my opinion. Most things are nowadays though. TT ------------- 2010 176 FJ Cruiser |
Posted By: Richand Cindy
Date Posted: 07 Aug 2018 at 8:54am
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These are marine grade and are designed for attaching a floating boat to shore power. Therefore to prevent them from falling off during a boats rocking when docked they added the screw feature in addition to the slight turn. Since an RV does not rock like a boat it is not necessary to hold it in place. It does help keep it dry to prevent shock and shorting out. Bottom line, can you continue using it. Sure, just be sure to keep it dry. Use some tape over it when connecting. Or try attaching an outlet cover. Much cheaper than replacing the cord. ------------- OLD 2017.5 RPOD 180 + 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk NEW: 2018 Passport Elite 23RB + 2017 Ram 1500 Diesel |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 07 Aug 2018 at 9:49am
Hey!! Speak for yourself.. Our RV ROCKS!!!  We changed to the new hot thing in the boat world, the "smart plug" should never ever be any issue again. My wife struggled with the push turn align spin hook up procedure. Now she just pushes until it clicks, walks away. ------------- |
Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 10 Aug 2018 at 10:28pm
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Order one from Amazon. Use hot water to soften the plastic of the fitting and slide the ring over it. Then put it in position and tighten the ring until the plastic flange cools and sets. I had to do this when I accidentally ran over ours.
------------- StephenH Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
Posted By: PodBarb
Date Posted: 11 Aug 2018 at 12:36pm
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Thanks for all the experiences and suggestions. Decided to buy a new ring. Also good to know it is a common problem for various and looking-back humor! ------------- 2017 RPod 171 2017 Kia Sorento SX |