Heater blower on a Griff SE
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QBee said:
Mags said:
Johno said:
They all do that sir .... Or at least many do.
Mine did and my Dad's Chimaera one did end of last year as well.
Python Racing did my Dad's one, I believe they had exchange units in stock as it's a common fault.
So is it sensible to replace as is or does the burned out connected need beefing up? I have seen comments of bypassing the connector.Mine did and my Dad's Chimaera one did end of last year as well.
Python Racing did my Dad's one, I believe they had exchange units in stock as it's a common fault.
I did call Python this morning and the helpful lady there said it's likely a component has gone faulty in the box and that leads to the burnout but it looks like I need to replace the loom side of the multiconnector which looks really challenging.
I’ve seen the fixes as well and have used it, but preference is to see the issue resolved, not the symptoms. Which is ultimately what I did as well.
Mags said:
The control unit is in the post, can anyone tell me how to de-pin the loom side connector? I have those little pin removal sets but rather than trial/error would be good to know exactly how the pins are held in, especially as I have so little room in the Griff dash.
2mins in .... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzf524fYAxEIn from the terminal side and compress the lock clip, slide out. Simples.
Except when it comes to the crispy one, may nlt be so simple or the ones near it.
Have you found a replacement connector yet?
Johno said:
2mins in .... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzf524fYAxE
In from the terminal side and compress the lock clip, slide out. Simples.
Except when it comes to the crispy one, may nlt be so simple or the ones near it.
Have you found a replacement connector yet?
Awesome! Thanks very much.In from the terminal side and compress the lock clip, slide out. Simples.
Except when it comes to the crispy one, may nlt be so simple or the ones near it.
Have you found a replacement connector yet?
Not yet, The lady I spoke to at Python said they can provide this but Jody is on holiday so I may have a few weeks wait, can I get one sooner? that will help speed up the refit if I can already get the loom back to shape.
Mags said:
Awesome! Thanks very much.
Not yet, The lady I spoke to at Python said they can provide this but Jody is on holiday so I may have a few weeks wait, can I get one sooner? that will help speed up the refit if I can already get the loom back to shape.
Challenge is to find out which connector type it is, there are so many and I haven’t been able to identify it - 30mins googlingNot yet, The lady I spoke to at Python said they can provide this but Jody is on holiday so I may have a few weeks wait, can I get one sooner? that will help speed up the refit if I can already get the loom back to shape.
Plenty of auto electrical suppliers around, but you’ll need to find the right 9 pin connector type to order. Worth sending one or two of them a photo and they’ll likely be able to help, also try the TVR specialists.
Worth checking measurements to see if this would do it....
https://www.amazon.co.uk/CNLW-Automotive-rectangle...
Edited by Johno on Wednesday 22 February 09:56
Johno said:
Challenge is to find out which connector type it is, there are so many and I haven’t been able to identify it - 30mins googling
Plenty of auto electrical suppliers around, but you’ll need to find the right 9 pin connector type to order. Worth sending one or two of them a photo and they’ll likely be able to help, also try the TVR specialists.
Worth checking measurements to see if this would do it....
https://www.amazon.co.uk/CNLW-Automotive-rectangle...
Thanks, that looks close but not exact (some additional mouldings on the existing one) I will take some better pictures and measurements when I get the chance.Plenty of auto electrical suppliers around, but you’ll need to find the right 9 pin connector type to order. Worth sending one or two of them a photo and they’ll likely be able to help, also try the TVR specialists.
Worth checking measurements to see if this would do it....
https://www.amazon.co.uk/CNLW-Automotive-rectangle...
Edited by Johno on Wednesday 22 February 09:56
I did try to de-pin but with no luck and concerned I'm damaging the metal pins so left it alone until I speak to Jody. I did manage to make more space by disconnecting the heater cables which has allowed me to pull the dash further forward so I can now access the plug much better.
RobXjcoupe said:
Not sure if it helps but my 95 has a stripped interior including dash out. Heater and wiring still attached. If you would like specific pictures I’m happy to post on here.
Thanks but not necessary. Jody has repaired my ECU and its on its way back to me with a new uprated multi-plug that I have to fix to the loom. The only hard part is the limited space in the Griff dash. I'll take a couple of pics when done.Mags said:
Thanks but not necessary. Jody has repaired my ECU and its on its way back to me with a new uprated multi-plug that I have to fix to the loom. The only hard part is the limited space in the Griff dash. I'll take a couple of pics when done.
No worries, glad you have it sorted 
All sorted and back on the road today. I managed to get the dash out of the way to give me enough room. If I removed the cables that connect to the knurled wheels I could have lifted the whole dash away but I had enough room.
Jody @ Python turned it around in a few days and supplied an uprated connector and pins for the loom side. I've attached a pic, it has a green tinge compared to the original. Jody also stated the pins should be soldered and not crimped.
Getting the dash back in was a pig, the flexi tubes for the vents are so difficult to connect but thankfully everything went back together and works as it should. A couple of pics below showing the room I had, all the new pins connected to the loom and the connecter.
Jody @ Python turned it around in a few days and supplied an uprated connector and pins for the loom side. I've attached a pic, it has a green tinge compared to the original. Jody also stated the pins should be soldered and not crimped.
Getting the dash back in was a pig, the flexi tubes for the vents are so difficult to connect but thankfully everything went back together and works as it should. A couple of pics below showing the room I had, all the new pins connected to the loom and the connecter.
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