cap for external 12v socket that takes 2 pin plug for submersible pump (1 Viewer)

[sooj]

Our Lunar Telstar Motorhome has an exterior socket for a 12v plug (2pin) for a submersible pump to fill the main freshwater tank - and the cap that protects that socket has broken up. Where might I find a new cap, or any ideas how to make one that would stay fixed when we are on the road?! Any ideas please?

 

[tonyidle]

One of these any good?

 

[sooj]

Thanks for that - I will see if it would work!! Looks promising - and I'd not have thought of looking at that.

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[tonyidle]

Another idea:



There are loads on eBay.

 

[berni109]

years ago when i had a caravan the cover u are on about was always snapping off so after about 3 replacements i ended up getting the top off a bottle of coke cutting its depth down and used that for years.

 

[vin0114]

years ago when i had a caravan the cover u are on about was always snapping off so after about 3 replacements i ended up getting the top off a bottle of coke cutting its depth down and used that for years.

best solution so far, presume 2 pin fitting is same as mine, naff fitting on very expensive vehicles.

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[sooj]

I will continue looking for the real thing - yes, for a 2 pin socket the cap was really cheap and nasty.
I'm working on a temporary (I hope!) cap using a cut down metal screw cap off a wine bottle, just working out how to fix it so it doesnt' go awol as soon as we remove it to use the socket again.....nearly done.
We are quite near a caravan shop - Davan - and their engineers can be very helpful!

 

[TR5]

I know this is an old post.
Did you ever find a good solution to replacing the cap?

 

[Helgamobil]

I know this thread is ancient - but did anyone find a source of these caps or do we have to replace the whole caboodle?

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[TheBig1]

I know this thread is ancient - but did anyone find a source of these caps or do we have to replace the whole caboodle?

easy enough now to get a new one 3d printed PaulandChrissy can help

 

[PaulandChrissy]

I know this thread is ancient - but did anyone find a source of these caps or do we have to replace the whole caboodle?

If you can measure the outside diameter of the socket really accurately preferably with a vernier, I can make you one.

 

[PaulandChrissy]

These two dimensions

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[PaulandChrissy]

Hang on guys. Don’t panic. I’ve got one in my hands.
Working on it for you now.

PaulandChrissy
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[PaulandChrissy]

Design is done. Just going to print one in a Flexible TPU filament to test it.

 

[Helgamobil]

It’s a kind of magic…..

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[Helgamobil]

Cannot measure van at the mo, it’s not here yet!

 

[PaulandChrissy]

It’s a kind of magic…..

It’s coming

 

[PaulandChrissy]

Cannot measure van at the mo, it’s not here yet!

Fear not. I’ve found one here. Working on it now. Watch this space.

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[Helgamobil]

It’s coming
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Black magic even ……

 

[PaulandChrissy]

Here we go. They take about an hour each to print. You have to print flexible’s very slow otherwise the printer clogs. These will be much more robust than the original ones they fit. It has the integrated gasket as well to keep it water tight on the body. If anyone would like one just PM me.
They will be £5+P&P £1.55 Large Letter. Total £6.55

Hope you all like it. Cheers PaulandChrissy

 

[Helgamobil]

Amazing!
I do need to measure our 2-pin plug socket as it isn't a nice modern one, as you have, it is a 2008 vintage and might be a different size. Having said that, I doubt that much has changed in the size of these things?

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[PaulandChrissy]

Amazing!
I do need to measure our 2-pin plug socket as it isn't a nice modern one, as you have, it is a 2008 vintage and might be a different size. Having said that, I doubt that much has changed in the size of these things?



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I think its the same. The outside diameter of the outer bezel is 38mm, and the bit sticking out is 25mm

 

[Helgamobil]

I think its the same. The outside diameter of the outer bezel is 38mm, and the bit sticking out is 25mm

Thank you Paul and Chrissy. I cannot confirm until we get the MH here, can I come back to you on this please?
Much appreciation.

 

[TheBig1]

The superfil 80 socket has not changed for years, but you can't usually get just the gasket

WHALE TYPE SUPERFIL 80 FEMALE SOCKET & GASKET 12V 2 PIN EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY | eBay

Screw hole centers approx 33mm. Hole cut out size approx 15mm.

www.ebay.co.uk

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[PaulandChrissy]

I’ve put it in my classifieds for you all. I’m slowly building a little webpage catalog of all the things I’ve been asked to make in the past. It will take me some time to input all the parts, but it will be a good central place for funsters to go to find the things I’ve made and make in the future. It’s motorhome3dprints.com. You can find it in my profile as well.

Cheers PaulandChrissy

 

[PaulandChrissy]

The superfil 80 socket has not changed for years, but you can't usually get just the gasket

WHALE TYPE SUPERFIL 80 FEMALE SOCKET & GASKET 12V 2 PIN EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY | eBay

Screw hole centers approx 33mm. Hole cut out size approx 15mm.

www.ebay.co.uk

That’s the one. 33mm between screw holes. Same as the one I’ve got.

 

[Helgamobil]

I’ve put it in my classifieds for you all. I’m slowly building a little webpage catalog of all the things I’ve been asked to make in the past. It will take me some time to input all the parts, but it will be a good central place for funsters to go to find the things I’ve made and make in the future. It’s motorhome3dprints.com. You can find it in my profile as well.

Cheers PaulandChrissy

Brillo. Will come back to you on this and the WC flush tank filler funnel.

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[PaulandChrissy]

Brillo. Will come back to you on this and the WC flush tank filler funnel.

Oooo yes. I’m working on the WC flush funnel. Just waiting for a Thetford unit to arrive in the post so I can make something to fit really snug.

 

[PaulandChrissy]

Brillo. Will come back to you on this and the WC flush tank filler funnel.

Thetford WC Flush Filler Funnel all done. Will update my classified for the funnels shortly.

 

[Helgamobil]

Thetford WC Flush Filler Funnel all done. Will update my classified for the funnels shortly.
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PaulandChrissy thank you so much for fabricating the Flush Filler Funnel, Water filler cap and 12v socket cap. Great value for money and all delivered so quickly - perfect.

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