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RCAs slowly vibrate loose
The RCAs from my dash EQ (to the amps) slowly come loose over time and
cause one channel to go out when I hit a bump. I have to pull the h/u above it out, stick my hand in there and push 'em back in place. This happens every 3 months or so. It's only a minor pain in the butt but a pain nonetheless. And suggestions as to what to do? Small spot of epoxy/glue? Thanks, E |
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RCAs slowly vibrate loose
You might want to start with using a pair of pliers and tightening the male
RCA connectors together for a tighter fit. That SHOULD (in most cases) do the trick. If not, a spot of epoxy should work fine. But I would definitely leave this option as a last resort. The problem is it might be REALLY difficult to disconnect it in the future if it is glued. And you run the risk of damaging the RCA's or the connectors if you are forced to really "reef" on those cables to remove them. So trying to makes the RCA's fit tighter around the plug would be the best option. If that still does not work, try another brand of RCA's. Rockford Fosgate's White Wolf RCA's fit INCREDIBLY tight (in fact, they are VERY hard to remove because of how tightly they fit). Phoenix Gold and Monster Cable XLN series interconnects also fit very tightly (though not as tight as Rockford). That also may be something you might want to consider. MOSFET "Ericfg" wrote in message ups.com... The RCAs from my dash EQ (to the amps) slowly come loose over time and cause one channel to go out when I hit a bump. I have to pull the h/u above it out, stick my hand in there and push 'em back in place. This happens every 3 months or so. It's only a minor pain in the butt but a pain nonetheless. And suggestions as to what to do? Small spot of epoxy/glue? Thanks, E |
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RCAs slowly vibrate loose
Aside from MOSFET's suggestions, maybe some electrical tape or cable ties?
Brandonb MOSFET wrote: You might want to start with using a pair of pliers and tightening the male RCA connectors together for a tighter fit. That SHOULD (in most cases) do the trick. If not, a spot of epoxy should work fine. But I would definitely leave this option as a last resort. The problem is it might be REALLY difficult to disconnect it in the future if it is glued. And you run the risk of damaging the RCA's or the connectors if you are forced to really "reef" on those cables to remove them. So trying to makes the RCA's fit tighter around the plug would be the best option. If that still does not work, try another brand of RCA's. Rockford Fosgate's White Wolf RCA's fit INCREDIBLY tight (in fact, they are VERY hard to remove because of how tightly they fit). Phoenix Gold and Monster Cable XLN series interconnects also fit very tightly (though not as tight as Rockford). That also may be something you might want to consider. MOSFET "Ericfg" wrote in message ups.com... The RCAs from my dash EQ (to the amps) slowly come loose over time and cause one channel to go out when I hit a bump. I have to pull the h/u above it out, stick my hand in there and push 'em back in place. This happens every 3 months or so. It's only a minor pain in the butt but a pain nonetheless. And suggestions as to what to do? Small spot of epoxy/glue? Thanks, E |
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RCAs slowly vibrate loose
I have seen this problem before. I wouldn't even risk using a pliers...just take and gradually apply pressure by hand. Less chance of bending them too much, scratching, or even breaking them. -- John |
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