Anybody had luck with blowing compressed air into junction block

[W Powell]

I have read that compressed air can correct shorts in the junction block. Especially 2000 model LX/LCs. If you have had some success, can you outline the procedure. I tried it this weekend but without any luck. Possibly I missed a step

 

[LBridges]

I have never tried the method you mentioned but I have successfully used CRC contact cleaner in an aerosol spray can.

 

[DirtDawg]

I have not tried it, but do not see how it could hurt. Just keep a fairly low pressure to where you won't damage anything.

I do however want to ask an additional question. Does anyone on MUD have any ideas on preventively covering/protecting the junction block before any water gets in there? We've been seeing more and more members with junction block issues and if there is a way to preventively protect them, we could hopefully stop all these threads. Anybody have any ideas?

 

[W Powell]

LBridges - did you use the CRC on the 110 pin connector? I have no signs of water damage but do have a fault in the block. New one is $$$

 

[LBridges]

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I do however want to ask an additional question. Does anyone on MUD have any ideas on preventively covering/protecting the junction block before any water gets in there? ...

Boat trailer guys around me usually turn to a dielectric grease. Lubrimatic (#11755) makes an electrical contact grease that my local boat shop stocks. Note: I've not used it, just remember it on the shelf when I was looking for trailer parts.

 

[LBridges]

LBridges - did you use the CRC on the 110 pin connector? I have no signs of water damage but do have a fault in the block. New one is $$$

No, but I keep a can around and usually give a spray to any connector I take apart. The reason why I suggested it is that I was hoping the quick drying solvent would help force out any water and also help remove any corrosion.

 

[DirtDawg]

Boat trailer guys around me usually turn to a dielectric grease. Lubrimatic (#11755) makes an electrical contact grease that my local boat shop stocks. Note: I've not used it, just remember it on the shelf when I was looking for trailer parts.

I have a big jar of dielectric on my shelf, I was just curious if anyone had ideas of putting on a covering or some sort of protective device on it.