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xyplex
 


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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.
  
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george.hostford
 


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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.
  
Post #104378227th Jan 2013 10:06 pm
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Simonstarski
 


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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?
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David W
 


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No brainer, 13 pin.

Far far superior
  
Post #104378927th Jan 2013 10:16 pm
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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.
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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. Thumbs Up
  
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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.
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xyplex
 


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Thanks everyone, I have decided I am going to change my order to 13pin connector.
  
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Good man - you know it makes sense 8)
  
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2 plugs into 1 do go Very Happy
  
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