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Post by webbo on Jan 18, 2012 22:29:48 GMT 1
Hi, I'm trying to take the block conectors off the end of the stator wires. I've been told they are held in by some sort of spring clip but I can't release them. I've tried searching but can't find a thread on it. It might have something to do with my failing eyesight  |
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Post by jessy03 on Jan 18, 2012 22:38:49 GMT 1
I used a small electrical screwdriver, push it in the front of the block to the side of the connector and lightly pull the wire and it should pull out, hope that makes sense. Once you have done one it's easy.
Jess
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jan 18, 2012 22:49:10 GMT 1
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Post by Shytalk on Jan 19, 2012 14:55:33 GMT 1
You really need a proper tool like OEB's shown because nothing else will go down the side of the stator blocks easily enough to press the tang in, all there is on the pin or socket is a small tang of metal that sticks out a bit like a barb, you can push pin into the housing OK but then the tang sticks out to stop the pin from retracting. The correct tool is a snug fit over the pin that forces the tang inwards so that the wire / pin can be removed from the housing, so for a pin and socket / male / female connection there are 2 different size tools needed. Even then they can be bloody awkward to get out.
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Post by Norbo on Jan 19, 2012 15:22:02 GMT 1
OLB
How the hell is it you seem to have a link to any question. LOL
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Post by LC_BOTT on Jan 19, 2012 16:42:45 GMT 1
I did mine with a ground down allen key, (about1mm) the hardest part is finding where the tangs are, as you can't see them, or at least I couldn't. I think they are horizontal across the plug. It is very time consuming, but do it indoors with a cuppa, unless the bikes connected to the stator that is  |
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Post by lcowner on Jan 19, 2012 16:49:25 GMT 1
a jewellers screwdriver does it for me
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Post by mellow on Jan 19, 2012 17:16:05 GMT 1
small flatblade glasses screwdriver does most of them.thats what i use.as said above u need to find where the tang is then just push it down and out they pop.then when refitting just bend it back up then push connector in |
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Post by Shytalk on Jan 19, 2012 17:25:20 GMT 1
OLB How the hell is it you seem to have a link to any question. LOL Usually because he's answered the same question ages ago ;D |
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jan 19, 2012 21:07:14 GMT 1
OLB How the hell is it you seem to have a link to any question. LOL Usually because he's answered the same question ages ago ;D  OEB |
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Post by webbo on Jan 19, 2012 21:44:46 GMT 1
Bast**d F***ing electicrics. Just spent all evening trying and failed miserably  Theres a Auto electrical shop down the road from work, so I'm going in there tomorrow to see if they have a tool! |
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Post by webbo on Jan 20, 2012 22:14:01 GMT 1
Right, Auto Electicians wanted £40 for a tool and took my X7 for an MOT today and the garage didn't have anything either so it looks like I'm going to have to buy the right tool as OEB says!
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Post by marsbar350 on Jan 20, 2012 22:41:51 GMT 1
with the help of this thread
managed to get the high beam wire out of my lc headlight block.which had snapped off .reattached the repaired wire,bobbed back in
used a small screw driver.
2 minute job
thanks guys
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jan 21, 2012 11:59:36 GMT 1
Been thinking about this & I may have a cheap solution. I had a piece of 4mm O/D thin wall brass tube that I bought from a local modelling shop which slides inside the block connector & outside the female bullet connector. With a small chamfer to the outside of the leading edge of the pipe I managed to slide it over the connector just far enough to depress the tangs & pull the connector out of the block. Cant guarantee it will work on all but was successful on mine. The tube is available from EBAY HTH OEB |
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Post by gazzatt2 on Jan 21, 2012 17:18:54 GMT 1
Been thinking about this & I may have a cheap solution. I had a piece of 4mm O/D thin wall brass tube that I bought from a local modelling shop which slides inside the block connector & outside the female bullet connector. With a small chamfer to the outside of the leading edge of the pipe I managed to slide it over the connector just far enough to depress the tangs & pull the connector out of the block. Cant guarantee it will work on all but was successful on mine. The tube is available from EBAY HTH OEB the tools you posted pictures of are not that dear I think you can get them from Halfords Gazza |
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jan 21, 2012 19:01:52 GMT 1
the tools you posted pictures of are not that dear Gazza Cheapest I could find was £18.50 + postage which I suppose is not too expensive unless your only going to use them once. OEB |
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Post by webbo on Jan 22, 2012 21:59:39 GMT 1
OEB where did you find the one for £18.50? Thanks for all the ideas all. I've started to rebuild my engine so will need to sort this pronto. |
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jan 22, 2012 22:32:41 GMT 1
OEB where did you find the one for £18.50? OEB |
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Post by webbo on Jan 23, 2012 9:19:40 GMT 1
Thanks OEB, Just bought a set. Cheaper than damaging it all and having to sort it out. I'll just have to buy another project to justify the spend ;D
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Post by webbo on Jan 26, 2012 23:18:56 GMT 1
Got the tools today and job took 2 mins!! Something to be said for having the right tools for the job.  |
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Post by noonster on Mar 28, 2020 0:52:42 GMT 1
can some one send me a picture or link for this tool please,wanting to remove plugs from my switch gear
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Post by JonW on Mar 28, 2020 2:30:41 GMT 1
Even with the correct tool (i have the Lisle 3 tool set which is great) Ive found you need to 'resharpen' the end for the round connectors in say the stator plug. This is cos when you push on the tool it flares the end of youre ham fisted and then will not be small enough to close the tab enough to come out. if this happens just file the last mm or so off the end and have another go, usually fixes the problem.
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Post by Yogi on Mar 28, 2020 7:19:26 GMT 1
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Post by JonW on Mar 28, 2020 8:20:20 GMT 1
A mate of mine has that type and he hates it. :/
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Post by earthman on Mar 28, 2020 8:34:51 GMT 1
A mate of mine has that type and he hates it. :/ Do you know why? I got a similar set of those 'keys' for Xmas, not had to use any of them yet but they sure look useful?? |
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Post by Yogi on Mar 28, 2020 8:36:20 GMT 1
A mate of mine has that type and he hates it. :/ Yeah they do look cheap I’ve got the two star shape type but I can’t remember what there called 🥴 |
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Post by Yogi on Mar 28, 2020 8:41:09 GMT 1
Here’s what I use  Matt |
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Post by Yogi on Mar 28, 2020 8:45:22 GMT 1
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Post by JonW on Mar 28, 2020 12:36:56 GMT 1
Those are just like the ones in my Lisle set, tho mine has 3 of them.
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Post by JonW on Mar 28, 2020 12:38:08 GMT 1
A mate of mine has that type and he hates it. :/ Do you know why? I got a similar set of those 'keys' for Xmas, not had to use any of them yet but they sure look useful?? He struggles with holding them and pushing them with enough force etc. Ive not used em myself tho so cant comment. He was eying up my star shaped ones tho. |
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