Cleaning connectors from TV to T@B

scaup

What is the best and easiest way to clean the 7 pin connectors between the TV and the T@B?

Thanks

ericnliz

@scaup, Others might chime in here, but here's what I do: clean with a small brass brush (Harbor Freight is a good place to get 'em), and then use a Q-tip to apply a small amount of dielectric grease to both the TV end, and the trailer end. Makes for an easy connection, and keeps the corrosion to a minimum. Works on just about ANY electrical connection. I do the same thing for my shore power connector, and the Zamp connector as well.

Verna

@ericnliz, I knew you would answer this!  Now where is it you buy the dielectric grease again?  Thanks!

ericnliz

Any auto parts store carries it. Not sure about Harbor Freight, I'll have to look when the MRS. lifts my restriction from there! You can get it in either a small squeeze type tube, or a container with a brush in the lid. I use it a lot, so I opt for the container. A lot of the parts stores don't stock the containers, but will order it from their warehouse for you.

ScottG

I've never cleaned mine, but when the cursing over the resistant plug reaches a certain minimum (and it's getting there...) I'm gonna' do what ericnliz suggests. I might even start with a puff of compressed air to blow out any lingering dust and grit.

I've had dielectric grease hanging around for a while. I think I got it an an electrical supply place, so you might look there as well.

Sharon_is_SAM

Verna, I bought a small tube from Amazon.