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Hello

I want to test my s-type towing socket to check that it is wired corectly. I have found this n-type socket tester on the internet:

http://www.abbeypowertools.co.uk/car-service-tools/car-electric-testers/showitem-9669-65535.aspx

Does anyone have a sis-type socket milart one and could it be used to test the s-type socket too?

Thanks

That should have read:

Hello

I want to test my s-type towing socket to check that it is wired corectly. I have found this n-type socket tester on the internet:

http://www.abbeypowertools.co.uk/car-service-tools/car-electric-testers/showitem-9669-65535.aspx

Does anyone have one similar to this and could it be used to test the s-type socket too?

Thanks

I have one but I made it myself using side flashers and leds

Towsure don't seem to list one for the 12S

There's one here

http://www.glennelectronics.co.uk/CircuitTester/TWP-A-Z/TWP

I found this one earlier but its just for 12N

http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-5232-2978-1/1?AID=9479574&PID=1428744&mpre=http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Tow-bar-towbar-and-trailer-wiring-tester-N-type-ETT02_W0QQitemZ110285769859QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item110285769859

Do you need a 12S tester?

There is only reversing light, battery charging (not all vans or 12S sockets) and fridge power.

 First ensure fridge is switched off.

Start engine then connect 12S. Engine revs should dip briefly as extra load of battery charging is applied. Then switch on fridge, if green light is; on fridge power OK. Finally check reverse lights along with other lighting checks.

 Hi,Again I found the tester on ebay item number 270272364421 price £14.99 buy it now its by EMOPLUGS and the seller is called Dave he has a good reputation and

very good feed back the tester includes a 12s tester which you required.PS you get 12n and 12s  for  the £14.99.

as for the comment from pete1946 I think that £15 quid is not much for peace of mind if like me electrics is summat you know nowt about!

as for the comment from pete1946 I think that £15 quid is not much for peace of mind if like me electrics is summat you know nowt about!

the net has a mass if info,research what you want and learn it,that is all I do.

Hi jim

That looks interesting but the 12N one that Towsure sells and the 12S one I have made for myself have a length of cable so that you can see the leds etc from the driving seat which has to be more convenient if on your own

I wonder if anyone markets the 12S with a longer lead

£18.26 £21.45 inc VAT

Towbar N-Type Wiring Tester T444 12 volt. For testing caravan/trailer lighting circuit on towing vehicle. N-type plug connects to 7-pin towing socket (or 13-pin with suitable adaptor), whilst long lead extends to drivers door for ease of use. Simply turn on each light, the tester gives visual confirmation via LEDs of correct operation

I think I'd rather borrow someons light board or pop round a mates & plug his trailer/caravan in than spend over £50 for a tester.

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Quote: Originally posted by Basilbrush on 13/9/2008

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I think I'd rather borrow someons light board or pop round a mates & plug his trailer/caravan in than spend over £50 for a tester.

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