Member Since: 13 Jan 2013
Location: Bedfordshire
Posts: 240
Towing electrics - 13pin or dual 7pin
I have just ordered my Disco 4 and specified a tow pack. I have chosen the 7 ping N & S connection for the tow electrics. I wanted to ask if i have done the right thing or should I change my order to the 13pin connection.
Look forward to your suggestions.
27th Jan 2013 9:26 pm
george.hostford
Member Since: 30 Apr 2012
Location: West Berkshire
Posts: 26
i had the 13 pin system fitted to my disco 3 and use a £7 converter plug until i upgrade the lead on trailer. New system works well and much better sealing to keep water etc out.
27th Jan 2013 10:06 pm
Simonstarski
Member Since: 24 Jun 2012
Location: Cornwall
Posts: 686
I like the solid fit of the 13 pin.. I've been having them fitted to the new work vans for a few years now and using adapters when needed. The seem to resist corrosion better than the 7 pin plugs.
I've not looked yet because my disco has the 7 pin, but how would the white aux plug on the tin tent fit the 13 pin. I've never seen a duel adaptor so I guess I'd have to wire them into one plug?Narpy Grill, tinted windows, Smooth leather wheel (TLO Group buy), ACM fitted (thanks TLO), Rear door loom and Row 2 & 3 audio switch upgrade, RRS 20" wheel change, 285 Cooper LTZ's Sat Nav Mod (until I get a Faultmate upgrade), Front & Rear lamp guards. 4x4 screen now switched on - Woody32, Follow me home reverse lights - woody32, Auto release EPB - Woody32. Off Road Navigation - Woody32. Remap + EGR's switched off. Full chassis clean and Waxoyl.
27th Jan 2013 10:15 pm
David W
Member Since: 18 Dec 2011
Location: Preston
Posts: 86
No brainer, 13 pin.
Far far superior
27th Jan 2013 10:16 pm
Russell
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My D4 has 13 pin and I have a 13 pin to 7 pin adaptor in the glove box, brought it at Billing for a couple of quid, its the way to go I believe.MY17 D5 1st Edition Namib Orange
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27th Jan 2013 10:49 pm
DeeJay
Member Since: 07 Jan 2011
Location: Devon
Posts: 265
If you have a caravan or trailer with a 12n and 12s go for that I did its a lot more common especially for simple trailers as they don't have the refinement of caravan electrics normally just 12s never had corrosion probs a squirt of wd 40 now and again does the trick. if I ever upgrade the van you can get the adapter to go from 12s and 12 n to 13pin so its good either way.
27th Jan 2013 11:06 pm
Robbie
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Just having the same thoughts myself and have to make the decision this week. Thinking of going to 13 Pin and will replace my N&S plugs as I go. The connection on the 13 Pin seems much better.
Don't like the hole it leaves in the 12S position though - it could do with a blanking plate.Land Rover - Turning Drivers into Mechanics Since 1948
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