JUMP LEADS CONNECTION POINT !
Discussion
hi been looking through some threads but just wanted some info on how to connect a set of jump leads to my tamora "just incase"
using the special connector thing ? got the leads off ebay! is this connector underneath the car what do i look for ?
inside the passenger footwell under the carpet is a connector what is it
thankyou keith
using the special connector thing ? got the leads off ebay! is this connector underneath the car what do i look for ?
inside the passenger footwell under the carpet is a connector what is it
thankyou keith
If you bought the Anderson (think that's the type) connectors then behind the passenger front wheel under the car is the adaptor you should plug into, it should have a cover over it, just remove the cover exposing the connector.
Is the cable underneath the carpet one with a fuse in the middle of it?
ETA: need to type quicker
Is the cable underneath the carpet one with a fuse in the middle of it?
ETA: need to type quicker
Edited by David Godfrey on Wednesday 14th November 17:56
astonman said:
I think you will need a "gray" Anderson connector, I am going to order one this week,"gray" because its american!I will let you knowhow I get on.simon
Its a 175amp grey connector; mines a 'Durite 0-431-75', I got mine made up with some standard high current rated jump leads and also included an airflow/accumate charging leads by the local auto electrical specialist. Anderson top can just about be seen where red wire go downwards behind the battery clamp
And here is the red blanking plug from underneath
will post anderson photo later.
Graham V
Targarama said:
Graham - your car is far too clean. I know it gets used, but it looks like new. Incredible!
Thanks; Did 140 miles around Oulton Park yesterday!!
so its a bit dirty with rubber rash & brake dust!Wheels off and ready to be cleaned polished.
Graham V
PS will post sagaris anderson photo later
PYNEY said:
thanks guys great pics , "nick" whats this with the red / grey connectors dont mix, can anyone confirm if they have a different colour ! or whether there is a problem if you have a red connector ,my jump lead has a grey connector !!!!!!!
Have a look at this page on the vehicle wiring products website.http://www.vehicle-wiring-products.eu/VWP-onlinest...
The connector on my Tam is red. As you have the leads already try plugging them in - that will put your mind at rest once and for all (or maybe not). Either way it's best to try them before you really need them.
Steve Heath is selling a set of leads on his website which look good value for money. I'm hoping that Father Christmas will take the hint.
https://delta.securesslhost.net/~shenglt/catalog/p...
Nick
Edited by Harrow_tam on Sunday 18th November 13:31
It's a common belief that the connector colour is related to the connector size: it is not. The same size connector is available in a multitude of colours including yellow and green as well as the more common red and grey. The connector size is 175A.
BTW be careful with the ebay cables as the cabling is often not really up to the job. The 600Amp rating is very misleading. Some lead suppliers use cable that is only 2.198mm2 in area and is supposedly rated at 600 or even 800A. Even thin household wire will take 800A if the duration of the current is short enough. On this rating method, the 25mm2 cables I use would be rated at 3000-4000A. The voltage drop is also an issue as it often drops the voltage so much that it won't start the car, especially if the battery is really flat as opposed to marginal.
When I did the research before bringing my jump/charging leads to market, I looked at several of these cheaper types of jump leads. When I put them to the test... they failed miserably. One set even melted the insulation. Another pair had such a high voltage drop that they wouldn't turn the engine over. I borrowed a really heavy duty set and the the car jump started PDQ.
The problem is that this 'fit for purpose' issue only comes up when you try the leads out for the first time - and when you really need them to work.
The key question to ask is what size is the copper conductor? If it is less than 25mm2, there is a big risk that the jump leads won't deliver when you need them to.
BTW be careful with the ebay cables as the cabling is often not really up to the job. The 600Amp rating is very misleading. Some lead suppliers use cable that is only 2.198mm2 in area and is supposedly rated at 600 or even 800A. Even thin household wire will take 800A if the duration of the current is short enough. On this rating method, the 25mm2 cables I use would be rated at 3000-4000A. The voltage drop is also an issue as it often drops the voltage so much that it won't start the car, especially if the battery is really flat as opposed to marginal.
When I did the research before bringing my jump/charging leads to market, I looked at several of these cheaper types of jump leads. When I put them to the test... they failed miserably. One set even melted the insulation. Another pair had such a high voltage drop that they wouldn't turn the engine over. I borrowed a really heavy duty set and the the car jump started PDQ.
The problem is that this 'fit for purpose' issue only comes up when you try the leads out for the first time - and when you really need them to work.
The key question to ask is what size is the copper conductor? If it is less than 25mm2, there is a big risk that the jump leads won't deliver when you need them to.
VARLEYHYD said:
PS will post sagaris anderson photo later
Here we go
I got these made up some time ago before Steve Heaths version was available.
Best thing put a set on your christmas list!
https://delta.securesslhost.net/~shenglt/catalog/i...
Graham V
We have been supplying Jumpstart leads for over 10 years. We have them made specially for us by a leading automotive electricial company. We started with the Griffith/Chimaera making the engine bay part together with chassis fittings and detatchable plug and lead with heavy duty clips. We use a special cable designed to be flexable and is the same size as the TVR original starter cable. TVR even admitted that they copied us for the Tuscan onwards!!!! The plug is very critical. They vary in size AND fitting. All of the same size are not interchangable be warned! For more details please contact us
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