I'm installing a trailer hitch in my Ford E350 "behemoth". Ford helpfully ran wires for the four-wire connector to the middle of the van, where they terminate into a plug for the backup sensors. Trailer wires stop inside the connector, and the connector is water sealed. There are covers over where the trailer connector would be in this connector.
I don't really want to mutilate the connector cover to put wires in, so I'd prefer to use splices to tap off the significant wires. Alternatively, I could cut the four wires - they aren't otherwise used - and twist them; not sure which would be better. My thoughts: - How do I make this thing last for a long time? My big fear is blowing fuses when I step on the brakes, in 10 years, when I've forgotten this completely. - How do I keep water out of the connections? Splices seem like they are asking for water shorts. I could cover it in electrical tape but that seems like it would need regular maintenance. - Are there special considerations with salt etc. since it will be in the undercarriage of the van? Open to any suggestions! Thanks, -Tim _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
