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Martin wrote:
@euan yes - your choice of charger and the 12S version of my adapter and you're done Smile


Maybe being thick here but are all towing electrics live for charging without the ignition on? And secondly I have both towing sockets which is he best adapter to buy as I know some people only have the one?

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Pete, the 12s is for the twin towing wiring version, there is a constant live in the white socket, this and earth is what martins adapters connect to.

he also has the single option adapter for the later tow packs Thumbs Up Altox GSM FBH controller thread


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Thanks, how do I know if I have a later tow pack MY09 car?  
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Go and look at your towing electrics. It's not model year related, it's personal preference which determines which are fitted.

LR Genuine towing electric wiring are available for a single 13 pin connector:



Or twin 7 pin (aka 12N and 12S) connectors:



If you have the 13 pin connector (double check by opening the flap and counting the pins) - order the 13 pin adapter. If you have the twin 7 pin connectors, order the 12S connector.

There are, I believe, aftermarket towing electric wiring kits available with only a SINGLE 7 pin (12N) connector. This is NOT suitable for charging are there is no direct connection to the battery. 06 D3 SE / 15 LR D90 XS SW / 88 LR 90 Td5 / 68 BMW 2000 ti
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Sorry I don't really know what your on about so have taken 2 pics, the electrics are an original LR option I selected on the new car. Can you please make what is necessary immediately and ship to me this afternoon as I would like it for Saturday at the latest. PM me details of how you want paid. Thanks

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I have other vehicles with tow electrics on so would this also fit on them?  
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@Discotres: I've tried to be helpful and make it as clear as possible, everything that you asked and want to know is in my post.

Match up what you have against the two options I gave and then order from the site shop: http://www.disco3.co.uk/shop/index.php?act...oductId=45

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If you have the twin 7 pin connectors, order the 12S connector.


Whether or not your other vehicles have the same towing electric connectors I can't tell from here. 06 D3 SE / 15 LR D90 XS SW / 88 LR 90 Td5 / 68 BMW 2000 ti
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This is the Defender electrics
Black socket
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White socket
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Would it work this?

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Martin wrote:
@Discotres: I've tried to be helpful and make it as clear as possible, everything that you asked and want to know is in my post.

Match up what you have against the two options I gave and then order from the site shop: http://www.disco3.co.uk/shop/index.php?act...oductId=45

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If you have the twin 7 pin connectors, order the 12S connector.


Whether or not your other vehicles have the same towing electric connectors I can't tell from here.


Ok
Just seen this been busy photographing, will go and order one, are they in stock or are you making them now?  
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Short answer: yes, as your Defender has a 12S socket then it will also work for that.

Long answer: towing sockets are standardised. If a vehicle is fitted with a 13 pin socket or a 12S socket then it is suitable for charging the battery through that socket, using the correct adapter. 06 D3 SE / 15 LR D90 XS SW / 88 LR 90 Td5 / 68 BMW 2000 ti
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Please note that adapters are made to order so please allow 3 working days for dispatch.


However, I am aiming to have these posted out on Friday. 06 D3 SE / 15 LR D90 XS SW / 88 LR 90 Td5 / 68 BMW 2000 ti
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Order for 12S socket (7 pin) done, payment made Thumbs Up  
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Martin wrote:
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Please note that adapters are made to order so please allow 3 working days for dispatch.


However, I am aiming to have these posted out on Friday.


I would like mine for Saturday please so please post out ASAP, I guess postage is 1st class anyway so should be with me on Saturday even if posted Friday.

Thanks  
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Martin wrote:
Short answer: yes, as your Defender has a 12S socket then it will also work for that.

Long answer: towing sockets are standardised. If a vehicle is fitted with a 13 pin socket or a 12S socket then it is suitable for charging the battery through that socket, using the correct adapter.


So in short and to clarify, on the two vehicles I have posted pics of sockets, they could both be charged via either white or black socket on each?  
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Discotres wrote:

Maybe being thick here


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Discotres wrote:
So in short and to clarify, on the two vehicles I have posted pics of sockets, they could both be charged via either white or black socket on each?


No. The white/grey plug (see shop picture) only fits the white/grey capped 12S socket. 06 D3 SE / 15 LR D90 XS SW / 88 LR 90 Td5 / 68 BMW 2000 ti
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