Greasing electrical connectors

Started by Fruity, May 10, 2010, 02:47:24 PM

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Fruity

guys, how many electrical connectors are there all together that need dielectric grease? are there some that are more important than others. appreciate if someone can chip in.

cheers.
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battlecry

I did all but the CPU connectors, but over time as I worked on the bike and it became convenient.

Must do the stator to the rectifier.  Resistance there will lead to a meltdown.

I also think the neutral switch is a good idea.  It can get water/corrosion and the signal goes to the cpu.

The battery terminals are also a good idea.  If you cant get the Bosch battery grease, mix some baking soda into the grease.


Fruity

thanks battlecry, i've already done the neutral switch and a couple of other connectors connected to it. now to do the stator/recitifier.

cheers mate/
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battlecry

It may also be a good idea to protect the fuses and the lamp contacts.  Pretty soon, as you work on the bike, you will get them all.

Slide Panda

Grease is cheap... I keep it on hand and (try to remember to) put it on just about anything I disconnect. Cheap insurance, and it makes working on the bike easier, later on. Same idea for anti-seize on bolts where applicable.
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Fruity

yup, good practice. keeps the headache in check.

thanks.
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