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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 06:56 PM
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Fixed - Marinco mod

Here's the problem, the cap won't stay on.


That is an old injector o-ring.


Now, it stays SHUT!!!
 
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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 07:16 PM
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Awesome! I did the black rtv around the edge trick and it worked also.
 
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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 07:29 PM
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Looks good. I guess I'll be digging around in my pile of o-rings looking for one that will fit like that.
 
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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 07:38 PM
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Awesome tip! Mine has been hanging open for a couple weeks now.
 
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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 08:05 PM
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Its the smooth inner bore that lets the cap slip off. My RTV fix is still holding but I wonder if roughing the first 3/8 or 1/2" of the bore would'nt allow the stock cap to remain in place?
 
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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 08:14 PM
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Great tip ....
 
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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 08:33 PM
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Great advice. I love my Marinco mod, but it's been hanging open and in bad weather I get home and find it packed with snow/ice. I'll have to give it a try.
 
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Old Oct 26, 2012 | 11:14 PM
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Every once in awhile I actually think about this... Now that its getting cold, I figured a few people will be considering a Marinco plug!!

Still working like a Boss.
 
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Injector orings work for tons of things...

The pinks are perfect for doghouse to vc sealing.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2012 | 12:44 PM
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Marinco Mod?

Ok, what is the Marinco mod? My computer will not open the pictures so I can't go there.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2012 | 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted by MauleOne
Ok, what is the Marinco mod? My computer will not open the pictures so I can't go there.
Marinco is a brand name - we are using a recessed male 110v plug mounted in the bumper to hook up the block heater. Its cleaner than the dangly cord Ford gave us and I prefer to place it on the driver-side of the bumper so I SEE the cord as I'm getting in the truck!!

Here's a link: (mine were cheaper from Bass Pro Shops... but its been a few years)
Amazon Amazon
 
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Old Oct 27, 2012 | 01:41 PM
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Cool idea Jason. I like yours too Big Al.

I never throw anything away, this is why.
 
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Old Oct 28, 2012 | 02:22 AM
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Has anyone had an issue with what Heavy Duty extension cord female plug size.
I just installed a Marinco plug and couldn't plug the new Heavy Duty extension cord plug into it. I am thinking about just cutting the end off and putting a new smaller female end on.
pics of your setup appreciated!
 
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Old Oct 28, 2012 | 08:24 AM
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Originally Posted by BobbyDiesel71
Has anyone had an issue with what Heavy Duty extension cord female plug size.
I just installed a Marinco plug and couldn't plug the new Heavy Duty extension cord plug into it. I am thinking about just cutting the end off and putting a new smaller female end on.
pics of your setup appreciated!
All of my cords fit... The block heater is 1000watts or (only) 8.3 amps - size your cord accordingly.

I like the cords with lighted plugs, they help me remember to unplug them when its dark...................
 
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Old Oct 28, 2012 | 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by SkySkiJason
All of my cords fit... The block heater is 1000watts or (only) 8.3 amps - size your cord accordingly.

I like the cords with lighted plugs, they help me remember to unplug them when its dark...................
That is the cord I have, bought a two pack at Costco.
the plug is really stout and is tight fitting in the plug hole area
 
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