Following on from yesterday’s blog, which I had hoped would put an end to the relentless mechanical challenges of late, there was a distinct feeling of repetition today. Hitched up and ready to set sail at 10 am, all that remained was to connect the electrical cables and check the lights on the trailer. This requires me to climb onto the rear wheel and hang over the side of the Merc to reach the sockets. However, try as I may, I couldn’t get the 13 pin electrical lead which runs from the hitch on the trailer, to plug into the truck. As it had been a bit awkward a few times in the past, I acquired a screw cap to ensure it is correctly orientated when I come to use it, and aligns perfectly with the plug fitting. On closer inspection, however, I found that the collar between the plug and the cable was out of kilter and a small crack was visible either side.
Groundhog Day (blog)
Groundhog Day (blog)
Groundhog Day (blog)
Following on from yesterday’s blog, which I had hoped would put an end to the relentless mechanical challenges of late, there was a distinct feeling of repetition today. Hitched up and ready to set sail at 10 am, all that remained was to connect the electrical cables and check the lights on the trailer. This requires me to climb onto the rear wheel and hang over the side of the Merc to reach the sockets. However, try as I may, I couldn’t get the 13 pin electrical lead which runs from the hitch on the trailer, to plug into the truck. As it had been a bit awkward a few times in the past, I acquired a screw cap to ensure it is correctly orientated when I come to use it, and aligns perfectly with the plug fitting. On closer inspection, however, I found that the collar between the plug and the cable was out of kilter and a small crack was visible either side.