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| PaulMc Member Since: 17 Jan 2009 Location: Kent Posts: 486   
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Don't worry, they're the right ones 
The connectors will be in the post to you this morning. Regards, Paul. Paul. 1989 Arles Blue 2.5TD 110 Hardtop 1999 Epsom Green Discovery II 4.0 V8i 'XS' |
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28th Feb 2012 11:12am |
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| PaulMc Member Since: 17 Jan 2009 Location: Kent Posts: 486
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What type of "body flush plugs" are you looking for? I might be able to point you towards a suitable product and supplier. . Paul. 1989 Arles Blue 2.5TD 110 Hardtop 1999 Epsom Green Discovery II 4.0 V8i 'XS' |
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28th Feb 2012 11:24am |
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| BruceT Member Since: 01 Nov 2010 Location: South Africa Posts: 516 
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 I didnt put two and two together to get you.
At least I also learnt how to use E-bay.......my poor credit card! 
Thanks Paul........ |
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28th Feb 2012 11:24am |
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| PaulMc Member Since: 17 Jan 2009 Location: Kent Posts: 486
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I should have probably declared an interest 
Now that you're all setup for eBay, you'll be amazed at what you never knew that you needed to buy
Your credit card may be in for a tough time 
. Paul. 1989 Arles Blue 2.5TD 110 Hardtop 1999 Epsom Green Discovery II 4.0 V8i 'XS' |
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28th Feb 2012 11:34am |
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| BruceT Member Since: 01 Nov 2010 Location: South Africa Posts: 516
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Not at all.
At least I feel better that its comming from a trusted source. Only time I have ever ordered anything on the net was via Brit-car. Thanks for the help all the same. |
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28th Feb 2012 11:37am |
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| v40mav Member Since: 25 Aug 2008 Location: UK Posts: 206 
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Some follow on questions for the experts who have already installed lights etc The basic concepts and wiring diagram is spot on however
Whilst I'm waiting on the switches etc coming for the roof lights i opened up the "official" Loom that LR supply - with a view of putting this in place for the bumper lights - - Can anyone point me to any pics - of where the best place is to take the cable through the bulhead - Given that the cable is all cut to size etc There is clearly a preferred route - Also where is best to mount the relay I will have additional cables for roof lights also so want to get this right first time Next point - I will have 3 relays - 1 for front spots and 2 for roof spots - Is there an easy way to link these so one triggers the others etc - or do all 3 have to have seperate power feeds etc - Any diagrams here would help - For the roof lights - I am likely to put LED's up in due course but initially I will have Std lights with 55watt bulbs - so my cable etc will be rated for these - - Can I get away with running just 3 suitably rated cabled to the rack - 1 common earth - which splits 4 ways at the lights 1 common power outside spots and again split 2 ways 1 common power inside spots split 2 ways I need to get the snorkel fitted and plan to route the cables down outside of snorkel and into engine bay from there - I will have a 3 way plug here for that the rack can be removed with lights on etc if required. If there is a better way - please let me know - Sorry for so many questions - I know in my head what I want to do and find working from other pics etc easier to follow - Defender 110 County SW Disco 3 HSE Freelander 2 HSE - SOLD going back to a car www.lothian4x4response.org |
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29th Feb 2012 4:30pm |
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| BruceT Member Since: 01 Nov 2010 Location: South Africa Posts: 516
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I am by no means an expert and can only answer your 2nd question. I ran the roof spot light cables down the outside of the snorkel and against the firewall (the gap between the fire wall and bonnet is big enough for the cables to run through).
I have connected the roof spots as below. I just used a decent gauge/thickness wire and also used the same thickness for the ground/earth. 1 common earth - which splits 4 ways at the lights 1 common power outside spots and again split 2 ways 1 common power inside spots split 2 ways 2x relays and 2x switches. I now have 3 spot light switches. 2 for the roof and 1 for the 2 bull bar spots. My set up also means that the roof spots are all shinning in different directions because I do anti poaching patrols in the bush so need to be able to turn on and shine the lights in different directions. This took me a long time to do as I soldered and then put heat shrink on every connection and then also put a sleeve over all the wiring. Hope this helps a little. |
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1st Mar 2012 8:59am |
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| SteveS Member Since: 05 Oct 2010 Location: Devon & Berkshire Posts: 388  
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Can anyone tell me if those Ancillary 2 switches mechanically latch on/off of if they are a push/pulse type? I'm assuming the former. Also do the switch caps come off and can be changed without replacing the whole switch assembly?
I am using a latching rear window demist switch to act as my master switch for my roof lights and the Ancillary 2 would look better. And finally - can you get an Ancillary 3 switch/cap? Thanks in advance S |
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1st Mar 2012 8:13pm |
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| PaulMc Member Since: 17 Jan 2009 Location: Kent Posts: 486
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Yes, they mechanically latch. Yes, the switch caps can be removed and replaced, or fitted to another switch. No, there isn't an Anciliary 3 switch cap. However, if you're good with a Dremel, you can engrave whatever symbol you like onto a blank switch cap. The switch caps are moulded in white translucent plastic and then sprayed Ash Grey (or Black) with the symbol masked out, so that it lights-up when backlit. Have a look at this thread about making a homemade Cruise Control switch - http://www.lro.com/forum3/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=58151 . Paul. 1989 Arles Blue 2.5TD 110 Hardtop 1999 Epsom Green Discovery II 4.0 V8i 'XS' |
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1st Mar 2012 8:30pm |
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| The Boy Member Since: 28 Aug 2008 Location: East Northants Posts: 1459 
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Iam looking forsome kind of four pin low profile (so will fit behind the interier trim about a inch gap). As you can see from the photos I posted earlier the cable ducting containing the wires passes through the body but i want to replace this with a plug and when not being use (when the roof rack is off) I want to unplug and fit a blanking plug over the female end that is on the body, if that makes sense. |
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1st Mar 2012 9:25pm |
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| PaulMc Member Since: 17 Jan 2009 Location: Kent Posts: 486
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I would suggest that the Bulgin Buccaneer connector is ideal for your purpose - Bulgin Buccaneer - http://www.bulgin.co.uk/Products/Buccaneer/BuccaneerStandard.html 
* IP68 rating tested at 1.054kg/sq cm (15lb/sq in) 10m depth for 2 weeks and 9.84kg/sq cm (140lb/sq in) 100m depth for 12 hours * Water and dust proof to IP68 when mated * 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 12 and 25 pole * 12A, 277V ac/dc 2 pole screw terminal, 3 pole screw terminal and crimp contacts * 10A, 277V ac/dc 4 pole screw terminal * 5A, 277V ac/dc 6 and 7 pole screw terminal * 5A, 150V ac/dc 9 pole crimp contacts * 5A, 50V ac/dc 12 pole crimp and solder contacts * 1A, 50V ac/dc 25 pole crimp and solder contacts * BNC versions 50Ω and 75Ω * Plug or socket connection in each body style * Compact design * Diameter over coupling ring 38mm * Sealing caps available to maintain IP68 rating of unmated connectors * 7 body styles - flex cable, in-line flex cable, panel mount (front), panel mount (rear), PCB mount, bulkhead and flange mount They're available from CPC, Farnell and RS. I've had Bulgin Buccaneer 2-Way Connectors on my 110, used for the Rear Worklamps and Power Sockets, since I bought it new in 1989 - Click image to enlarge Click image to enlarge . Admin note: this post has had its images recovered from a money grabbing photo hosting site and reinstated  Paul.
1989 Arles Blue 2.5TD 110 Hardtop 1999 Epsom Green Discovery II 4.0 V8i 'XS' |
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2nd Mar 2012 12:56am |
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| BruceT Member Since: 01 Nov 2010 Location: South Africa Posts: 516
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Hey paul,
Just recieved a little package from you with the connectors as well as another package with the switches. Thank you very much for the outstanding service and help.
Will be fitting according to your instructions this weekend. Can not wait! Rgds Bruce |
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15th Mar 2012 8:56am |
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| blackwolf Member Since: 03 Nov 2009 Location: South West England Posts: 16858 
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Excellent connectors! I have used these as an upgrade for the crappy OEM connectors for both Warn and Superwinch electric winch controllers for years. |
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15th Mar 2012 9:26am |
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| PaulMc Member Since: 17 Jan 2009 Location: Kent Posts: 486
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Hi Bruce, That's good news 
Thanks for letting me know
Any questions or problems, contact me here or direct, through LR Connectors, and I'll try and help Paul. . Paul. 1989 Arles Blue 2.5TD 110 Hardtop 1999 Epsom Green Discovery II 4.0 V8i 'XS' |
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