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7 pin trailer plug - is this normal?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by NWTacoTime, Dec 27, 2019.

  1. Dec 27, 2019 at 9:19 PM
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    NWTacoTime

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    I’m picking up a tear drop trailer tomorrow so it’ll be my first time using my 7 pin trailer plug. I opened the plug (first time ever) and saw this goo looking material. What is it and is it normal?

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  2. Dec 27, 2019 at 9:20 PM
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    3JOH22A

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    Yes, it's pre-applied dielectric grease to displace moisture.
     
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    My man thank you !
     
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    Dielectric grease. Normal. For moisture and corrosion resistance.
     
  5. Dec 27, 2019 at 9:23 PM
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    Is that something where I would want to reapply in the future to maintain? And if so how often
     
  6. Dec 27, 2019 at 10:08 PM
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    Good practice and when it starts to get dry in there
     
  7. Dec 27, 2019 at 11:04 PM
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