Two prong NATO military slave plug?

[ichudov]

I might be buying a crate of them soon. If so, prices for SS members are going to come WAYYYYYYY down.

Count me in!

 

[treeguy]

I think that rchalmers3's explanation fits my situation. My connections have been cleaned and checked. It seems like the dead (low) batteries were blocking the amperage from getting to the starter. Blocking - so low that the donor batteries were trying to feed them and not doing the starter any good. Probably like equalizing the voltage on all four batts. if they were all left to sit long enough. But not fast enough to start the truck. I was thinking of attaching a quick connect (like tow trucks have) directly on the starter +, - to use for jumping which will bypass the batteries and go directly to the important part. Less connections and length of wire. The plug could be mounted right in the wheel well. What would you do?

 

[ichudov]

I think that rchalmers3's explanation fits my situation. My connections have been cleaned and checked. It seems like the dead (low) batteries were blocking the amperage from getting to the starter. Blocking - so low that the donor batteries were trying to feed them and not doing the starter any good. Probably like equalizing the voltage on all four batts. if they were all left to sit long enough. But not fast enough to start the truck. I was thinking of attaching a quick connect (like tow trucks have) directly on the starter +, - to use for jumping which will bypass the batteries and go directly to the important part. Less connections and length of wire. The plug could be mounted right in the wheel well. What would you do?

If you have a 24v engine, I would personally recommend to have a 24v charger that can charge your batteries. Then you would not have this problem (assuming that they are not dead/shorted).\

This is what I have, a PP 1104B/G charger. It is awesome.

http://www.liberatedmanuals.com/TM-11-6130-218-24P.pdf

 

[treeguy]

I did not know there was such a thing as 24V chargers, I just charge my extra 12's with a standard charger and keep them as backup.

 

[3dAngus]

There's a brand new $3,000 plus 24vdc charger/starter coming up on GL soon.

 

[treeguy]

Wow, thats more machine than I thought it would be!

 

[trdshowal]

Cable size

USE AT LEAST 1GA. OR 1/0 or BIGGER ? Very Fine Strand Wire, I Got 70' Feet off E-BAY & used an Anderson Connection on one End, HEAVY CLAMPS on Other, WORKS GREAT !

 

[Jones]

ichudov, I'm assuming you mean two pins side-by-side but slightly lower than the center line of the plug/socket. The NATO socket has one pin in the center, the outer shell is the other contact.
Are you looking for the plug (cable end) or the receptical (attached to the side of the truck)?

PM me, I may be able to help.

 

[gimpyrobb]

I believe he needs the plug not the receptacle. I offered him one and then I couldn't find the dang thing.

 

[ichudov]

Yes, I wanted a plug, receptacles seem to be a dime a dozen.

If I cannot find one, I will just make one. I got a couple of 3/8" copper rods.

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[Medic5050]

I would love to pick up like three of plugs for cheap and make my own. I already have the cable and clamps.

 

[mikev]

Me too...

I might be buying a crate of them soon. If so, prices for SS members are going to come WAYYYYYYY down.

Count me in for 2 to 4 connectors please!

 

[Medic5050]

I might be buying a crate of them soon. If so, prices for SS members are going to come WAYYYYYYY down.

I would be good for at least three. Four if the price is right.

 

[OL AG '89]

Reviving this thread to see if anyone found a reliable source for the old style two-pin plugs, need a set for the M1009's

 

[SCSG-G4]

You can buy a NATO slave cable with the NATO ends, and then buy two of the adapters a lot cheaper than an original cable with the two pin ends. Personally, I'm converting all my trucks and generators to use the NATO receptacles, but will always travel with at least one adapter in case I need to help someone with the old style.

 

[135gmc]

The 2-pin style go back to the Korean war - the circular connevtor is the modern NATO version. If you buy a slave cable, go for the NATO circular connector version - it's what you will see in the future. There is a circular-to-2-pin adapter available, but if you use it, be sure that you install the adapter in the vehicle 2 pin connector correctly - it is only polarized by the pins being slightly offset from the connector centerline, and it's possible to force the adapter into the vehicle connector with reversed polarity - it ain't easy, but it can be done. If you decide to build up a good set of jumper caables, buy the clamps from a welding supply shop, and then use welding cable for the leads. I've used #1 & #2 welding cable for all my sets, and I've never needed anything heavier.

 

[135gmc]

Another source for a 24 volt charger is Graingers - they sell a 6-12-24 volt 10 amp charger. I've used one for years and it has always worked 100%.

 

[Strangersolz]

I hate to dig up an old thread, but we have a similar problem with our emergency generators

We have 2 MEP003a generators with the 2 prong receptacle. We also have an old HMMWV for parts. Would it be possible to replace the 2 prong receptacle with the NATO receptacle from the HMMWV?

Thanks in advance,

Brandon

 

[M813rc]

Yes, they are readily available, and most will bolt up on the original holes from the two-prong mount.

Cheers

 

[Guyfang]

]Best to have a two prong, plus adapter too.[/COLOR]

Both are available on ebay but are used.

New ones come available here from time to time if you can be patient. Don't buy the receptacle as it goes on the actual equipment end and is the wrong one you're looking for.

The cables are overpriced right now, IMO. I would wait and buy from a SS member. Or advertise a "WTB" (want to buy) in the classified. Sometimes people are holding and not able to advertise all they have.

Be sure to ask all the right questions if you get a used one. Many of them have arced out once or twice, or have a bit of corrosion, so be careful when buying high powered used electrical cabling.

This is good info. It's always best to have both. You would have better luck if you use a NSN in your browser. There are about 10 different references to any and all NATO plugs and type of attachments in back issues of PS Mag. Also, if someone has an SC or hand receipt for the wrecker, (any model) Fat Albert, (M-8 Number 1 Common Tool kit or any other larger automotive tool kit, there are several different NSNs for several different lengths of NATO cables. There is also NSNs for the cable, (wire) heads and adapters. Make your own.