Topic: anybody know where to buy the connectors used in the heated seats?

[Gentleman Jack]

I am trying to find the same connectors used for the heated seats.  There are three or four different connector types.  I am a novice with electrical stuff for cars.  Anybody know where to look?  I don't even know what they are called?  Pin? Fork? Locking?

Tomato Soup?  2kwk4u?  Did somebody already find these?

Thanks for anyone's help!

GJ

[2kwk4u]

My guess is you want to extend the 4-wire harnesses between the switches and the rest, no?  I know Joe ordered some from the same place that sold the seat heater kits themselves.

[DeepBlueGXP]

Yes, they sell extensions.  Worked great

[TomatoSoup]

Sorry, I just dismantled the connector pins and spliced/soldered-in longer lengths of wire.

[Gentleman Jack]

My thought was to make up a bunch of these extentions for all those that are going to be installing.  I am going to be helping one particularly special person with her ass warmers at MMM8 and thought I would get a jump and build the extensions as plug and play so it's easier.  I wish I had done that with mine now that I'm done, but live and learn!  If the company sells the extensions already, then that may be easier, but it doesnt help me use all the extra wire I bought...

GJ

[Brad Kenny]

Talk with Scott (2kwk4u) he just sent me the part numbers from Radio Shack for all the 4-pin connectors for this install. We are going at it this weekend...

Yeah, warm seats before it gets too cold.

Thanks again Scott!!!

[Gentleman Jack]

Talk with Scott (2kwk4u) he just sent me the part numbers from Radio Shack for all the 4-pin connectors for this install. We are going at it this weekend...

Yeah, warm seats before it gets too cold.

Thanks again Scott!!!

CT- could you post the part numbers in this and the heated seat group buy thread?  Thanks Bud!

GJ

[2kwk4u]

Radio shack part #'s 274-234 and 274-224.  They're not THE SAME connectors as used in the kits, though.  Just plain old 4-pin connectors.  The terminals can be a little fussy to crimp, though.  I really believe the better route for most folks would be to buy the 3-foot extensions when they buy the seat heater kits.  It's an option when you order them now.  I think they're five bucks each.

[2kwk4u]

Talk with Scott (2kwk4u) he just sent me the part numbers from Radio Shack for all the 4-pin connectors for this install. We are going at it this weekend...

Yeah, warm seats before it gets too cold.

Thanks again Scott!!!

Clarification/disclaimer for SA, GJ, SHiNY and any others:

 When CT says "we are going at it this weekend..." he's only referring to his heated seat install.  Gotta be careful with those submariners

[SHiNY]

When CT says "we are going at it this weekend..." he's only referring to his heated seat install.  Gotta be careful with those submariners

And when you say "heated seat install" you mean... ?

[TomatoSoup]

Radio shack part #'s 274-234 and 274-224.  They're not THE SAME connectors as used in the kits, though.  Just plain old 4-pin connectors.  The terminals can be a little fussy to crimp, though.  I really believe the better route for most folks would be to buy the 3-foot extensions when they buy the seat heater kits.  It's an option when you order them now.  I think they're five bucks each.

As he says, may as well buy the extensions and save money. These are $2.39 each (need 4 per side, 2M + 2F).

[Gentleman Jack]

Ok.  I was hoping to find the exact connectors to make up the new leads.  From my measurements, the extentions I need to place the switches where I did and route the wires the way I did is about 7 feet.  That leaves enough extra for easy movement of seats and dash (about a foot on either side)

I guess two of the extensions from the company accomplishes the same thing.

Damn.  I was having a creative moment, and now it's spoiled. 

SHiNY - buy 4 of these extensions for your MMM8 instal!

TomatoSoup-
Can you explain any stumbling points on dismantleing the existing connectors to reuse? 

GJ

[Sol Asylum]

GJ how about some pictures of the connectors for those of us that haven't got the heaters and don't know what the connectors look like.  I work with a lot of different connectors at work and may be able to point you in the right direction or maybe even get some for you.

[Gentleman Jack]

SA,

Will get those tonight and post here.  Thanks!

GJ

[SHiNY]

SHiNY - buy 4 of these extensions for your MMM8 instal!

Thanks GJ - will do!

BTW may not be needing help with the pro-beam and backbone after all as someone just got them for their birthday! They should be here in a couple of days

[Gentleman Jack]

Thanks GJ - will do!

BTW may not be needing help with the pro-beam and backbone after all as someone just got them for their birthday! They should be here in a couple of days

Fine then, be that way.  You know, you could fly me out there and I could still do the instal...  just saying.

GJ

[SHiNY]

Fine then, be that way.  You know, you could fly me out there and I could still do the instal...  just saying.

GJ

I'm waiting for the airlines to lift the ban on you 

Don't worry, we're still on for you heating my seat(s)

[Sol Asylum]

I'm waiting for the airlines to lift the ban on you 

Don't worry, we're still on for you heating my seat(s)

And that just might be the last time GJ got an offer.

[Critterman]

And that just might be the last   only time GJ got an offer.

SA I corrected your error.

[Sol Asylum]

And that just might be the last first time GJ got an offer.

Thanks Critter, my bad thanks for fixing it.  Above is yet another accurate version with just a slightly more positive twist.

[SHiNY]

Gentlemen, that wasn't an offer - that was a threat! 

[Gentleman Jack]

Threat, offer.... what's the difference!  I'm just glad a women spoke to me!

GJ

[cruiservic]

Seat heaters would be nice. Can you give me any information on where to buy the units? Even though I will be back in the States in August, seat heaters would be nice for the next Winter. I still do not drive over hear, must hitch rides with big vehicles, so I am getting anxious to DRIVE my Solstice and get it all fixed up and ready to go. Currently it has about 500 miles on it but in August, I intend to change all that.

[SHiNY]

I think this is right, anybody correct me if I am wrong please.

http://www.sportsimportsltd.com/pecafidutewa.html

The following code would have to be entered at checkout in order to receive the discount: kappaperformance


I have Reed's car today. It is 40 degrees, top is down and seat heaters are on! Man I can't wait to get these installed

[Brad Kenny]

Install on Sunday... Boy those leather seats ar cold at 36 degrees outside. Can't wait for this install...