where to buy 3 prong connector
 

I need a 3 prong connector for my TII project. I need both sides of the connetor.. any ideas..

The easiest/cheapest would be from a wrecking yard. Most Mazdas around those years have the same connectors.

New, it is a little tricky. I went throgh this to get connectors for the "transistor trick" kits to plug into the stock ignitor (2 terminal type). I checked auto parts stores, electronics stores, etc. with no luck. I ended up tracking some down through a motorcycle store.

This place has the 3 prong, but no retaining clip.

http://www.mikesxs.com/mikesxs-elect...ategory_id=2.6

This place has them (part B-38R). You need to buy pack of 10. You also need the terminals (pack of 100). You also need the crimper tool.

http://www.cyclewareables.com/pages/...connectors.htm

Since you are using both ends, I would try to get a generic 3 pin connector. Go to the autoparts store and check the GM weatherpak connectors. Very common and probably your best bet.

Hope this helps.

Kent

CB performance (www.cbperformance .com) has weather tite connectors in 1-4 prong. and you can buy one or 10. I think they want 3.99 for a 4 prong. these are good water/oil/heat proof connectors similar to what chevy and ford use on their new vehicles.

Or you can try McMater Carr: http://www.mcmaster.com/ Be careful though you can find a lot of things to spend money on here :)

I'd not recommend junk yard parts as you're buying pre-corroded connectors in most cases.

Any auto supply store usually has new, clean connectors of several configurations in their Trailer Wiring section.

I ended up getting a trailer connector. works good.. thanks for the info

:)

Can you say archivable? ;)

Just to add my 2c before I do though, I've used junk yard connectors in the past... but I grab them from late-90s model Mazdas (less corrosion) and I always use capricious amounts of electrical contact cleaner. It's worked fine so far. The connector on my fuel level sender comes from the engine bay fuse box of a '99 323.

Jon

It helps, even when using new connectors, to fill the female side full of dielectric grease before plugging the male side in. This prevents any water from wicking in through capillary action and corroding the connector, making the connector and wire last longer.