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03-11-2017, 10:35 AM
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Rivet Master 
1978 25' Tradewind
Metro Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2003
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Umbilical cord: Straight or coil?
I've got an older coach with the removable umbilical cord. I just replaced the vehicle end connector, and I'm about to replace the coach end connector. I'm wondering if I shouldn't just go ahead and replace the umbilical cable as well.
Has anybody tried the coiled type? Opinions?
Thanks!
Don
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03-11-2017, 10:39 AM
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Rivet Master
2006 23' Safari SE
Biloxi
, Mississippi
Join Date: Nov 2011
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I like the idea of the coiled cord. I have to tie mine up to keep from dragging the ground.
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03-11-2017, 10:46 AM
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Rivet Master
1976 31' Sovereign
Oswego
, Illinois
Join Date: Jan 2007
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I don't no if my 76 AS cord is removable, if so would use coiled. I loop mine around rod for propane tank hold down to keep from dragging.
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03-11-2017, 12:32 PM
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Rivet Master
1976 31' Sovereign
Oswego
, Illinois
Join Date: Jan 2007
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Quote:
Originally Posted by featherbedder
I don't no if my 76 AS cord is removable, if so would use coiled. I loop mine around rod for propane tank hold down to keep from dragging.
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Loss of memory my cord does unplug from out side of front.
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03-11-2017, 02:50 PM
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Rivet Master
1978 25' Tradewind
Metro Phoenix
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Join Date: Jun 2003
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Quote:
Originally Posted by featherbedder
Loss of memory my cord does unplug from out side of front.
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First you forget names. Then you forget faces. Then you forget to pull your zipper up.
Finally, you forget to pull your zipper down. 
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03-11-2017, 02:57 PM
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Rivet Master
2006 23' Safari SE
Biloxi
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Join Date: Nov 2011
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Robert Cross I tried to respond to your PM. Seems blocked. Thanks for the idea. I think I have a couple of those somewhere.
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MICHAEL
Do you know what a learning experience is? A learning experience is one of those things that says "You know that thing that you just did? Don't do that."
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03-11-2017, 03:36 PM
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Remember, Safety Third
1973 27' Overlander
Catfish Corners
, Georgia
Join Date: Oct 2004
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Quote:
Originally Posted by drboyd
I've got an older coach with the removable umbilical cord. I just replaced the vehicle end connector, and I'm about to replace the coach end connector. I'm wondering if I shouldn't just go ahead and replace the umbilical cable as well.
Has anybody tried the coiled type? Opinions?
Thanks!
Don
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Hey Don. On our (old, used) '73, I had to purchase an umbilical because it didn't come with one. I picked one up at NAPA for about $30. The trailer end had to be wired in according to the wiring scheme of the Airstream. It is the coiled type. I was initially concerned that it would pull loose because of the coiled, "spring-like" feel when connected. Never been a problem in several thousand miles of towing.
There are several different types available. I think it'll work for you just fine.
Jim
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03-11-2017, 03:57 PM
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Rivet Master
1976 31' Sovereign
Oswego
, Illinois
Join Date: Jan 2007
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Quote:
Originally Posted by drboyd
First you forget names. Then you forget faces. Then you forget to pull your zipper up.
Finally, you forget to pull your zipper down.
--George Burns |
So far 2 out of 3. #3 not yet and not good.
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03-12-2017, 05:48 PM
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Rivet Master
2013 25' Flying Cloud
Wheaton
, Illinois
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 649
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I made the pictured hanger out of a large electrical conduit clamp and an eye bolt. Clamps to tongue jack post. Trimmed an opening in the eye bolt to allow the cable to pass through. Purchased connector cover online.
Greg
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03-12-2017, 06:16 PM
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Site Team
2007 30' Classic S/O
Somewhere
, South Carolina
Join Date: Apr 2010
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Quote:
Originally Posted by drboyd
First you forget names. Then you forget faces. Then you forget to pull your zipper up.
Finally, you forget to pull your zipper down.
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That's funny. Thanks George.
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