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Can you recommend a high quality automotive connector that i should use for this. I know it’s not rocket science but i have not bought standalone connectors before. Also is it better to add a separate connector for each upfitter rather than double up per connector. @BroncoHooves too.
 
Alpoba said:
Question is in reference to this post:)
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I like doing one connector per upfitter wire, that way you don't need a dummy wire/insert to plug off an unused portion if you're only running one device and not two (required to prevent moisture ingress).

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DEUTSCH Sealing Plugs

DEUTSCH sealing plugs are non-conductive dummy pins that are inserted to fill an open cavity in a connector. Sealing plugs are required to maintain the integrity of the environmental seal.
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BroncoHooves said:
I like doing one connector per upfitter wire, that way you don't need a dummy wire/insert to plug off an unused portion if you're only running one device and not two (required to prevent moisture ingress).
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Any recommendation on a high quality connector to use?
 
 
Alpoba said:
Thank you! First time i’m seeing such a connector but i will order and install them. Not surprised you know best of the best!:)
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The only thing I did differently was doing a two pin deutsch connector. Seemed less busy in there that way. But I sometimes wonder if doing 1 connector per would have been easier/better. I may even pull things back out and go this route. But yes, what @BroncoHooves linked to is the same brand I used. I bought their crimper setup as well, a bit pricey, but makes the job much easier. There may be a knock off of this as well

 
Alpoba said:
Thank you! First time i’m seeing such a connector but i will order and install them. Not surprised you know best of the best!:)
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I'm using single pin/terminal weatherpack connectors on mine:

Weather Pack Terminals Seals Connectors Splices | Weatherpack | Sealed Electrical Connection | Weather Pack – Components and Tools | Weather Pack System

Weather Pack terminals, Weather Pack connectors, Weather Pack seals, and Weather Pack tools are shown with specifications, Delphi Packard part numbers, and helpful Weather Pack assembly tips. White Products sells Weather Pack to distributors and small OEM accounts.
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Coincidentally I'm doing #5 and #6 tomorrow.
 
Vecman said:
The only thing I did differently was doing a two pin deutsch connector. Seemed less busy in there that way. But I sometimes wonder if doing 1 connector per would have been easier/better. I may even pull things back out and go this route. But yes, what @BroncoHooves linked to is the same brand I used. I bought their crimper setup as well, a bit pricey, but makes the job much easier. There may be a knock off of this as well

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Omg, at 200$ ill choke before i get it:-) i found a cheap $15 tool a while back not the best, but for my uses itll do.

Funny how at the time i was thinking why is Vecman doing this with the upfitters, and after adding a few I remembered that someone had remedied this nightmare! :-) What’s more, you should see access to upfitters on a 23, if on a 22 you could at least reach them and work with them, be it super uncomfortable, on a 23 that fuse box must come off completely just to get to them. Ford made it more painful to access.
 
Alpoba said:
Omg, at 200$ ill choke before i get it:) i found a cheap $15 tool a while back not the best, but for my uses itll do.

Funny how at the time i was thinking why is Vecman doing this with the upfitters, and after adding a few I remembered that someone had remedied this nightmare! :) What’s more, you should see access to upfitters on a 23, if on a 22 you could at least reach them and work with them, be it super uncomfortable, on a 23 that fuse box must come off completely just to get to them. Ford made it more painful to access.
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So crazy. We obviously order the trucks with this feature - stop making it so hard to use it! Glad you found a cheaper alternative. I know I didn’t pay $200 for mine, but it was at least $100 when I got it. Oh well. Add it to the bank drain that has gone towards the truck. But man, I still get giddy, even after almost 2 years, every time i get behind the wheel. That makes it all worth it!
 
@BroncoHooves - I’m doing some DC electrical plug areas in the bed, and need to get behind my brake lights. I did the tail gate keeper thing, and also swapped for the security screws. Now I need to get the lights off, and I cannot find that dang key anywhere to take the screws out! Any ideas on how to get these security screws out? Damage to the screw is perfectly acceptable, as I have the stock screws going back in after I’m done.
 
Vecman said:
@BroncoHooves - I’m doing some DC electrical plug areas in the bed, and need to get behind my brake lights. I did the tail gate keeper thing, and also swapped for the security screws. Now I need to get the lights off, and I cannot find that dang key anywhere to take the screws out! Any ideas on how to get these security screws out? Damage to the screw is perfectly acceptable, as I have the stock screws going back in after I’m done.
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What is the internal bit shape of your taillight security screws?
 
BroncoHooves said:
What is the internal bit shape of your taillight security screws?
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I know it’s hard to see, but that’s probably the best pic I’m gonna get
 
BroncoHooves said:
You should be able to remove that center pin with a punch. Harbor Freight has those bits in stock as well, unless you need to do the job tonight.
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No. I’m not doing everything for a week or two. I’ll take a look at harbor freight. Is there a certain name to search for? Thanks!
 
 
Starwhitecclb said:
Assuming we use the 60 amp for 5 and 6. I can’t find a crimper online that fits the 8-10 AWG spec. Any insight?
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Honestly I can't remember what the factory gauge sizes are for the various upfitter wires, so that may rule that out entirely if the factory wires are the wrong gauge for a proper crimp.

Though, you can always fold the factory wire back over on itself to artificially change the gauge size (if it's too small). Just strip a little extra insulation to achieve this.

For ferrule type crimps, I'm a fan of 6 jaw crimpers. Not sure if this would work. Definitely inexpensive and worth trying though on the Deutsch terminals.


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