MJSM replied on 23/04/2023 18:55
Posted on 23/04/2023 18:55
Despite nearly two decades of caravanning I recently suffered from 13 pin lead grounding whilst towing. Trip was relatively short and damage cut through protective sheathing and began to wear away insulation on two of the wires, exposing the copper. (Any longer trip and the wires would have completely worn through). A temporary repair with insulation tape to the wires and duct tape wrapped round the lead was sufficient to complete the journey with fully functioning driving lights on the caravan.
A replacement 13 pin lead is the obvious solution, The problem is that the caravan end of the cable appears not to be accessible without deconstructing the front central chest of drawers, the holiday season is approaching....and so -
Questions for discussion, if this were to happen to you:
1. How long would you run with a functioning temporary repair?
2. Would you attempt to fit a replacement lead yourself?
3. What is your guess for a dealer fitted replacement?
MJSM