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> Cigarette lighter is too big, USB adapter wobbles
PanelBilly
post Jun 5 2017, 06:24 PM
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Isthere something wrong with my lighter? My cell phone adapter fits really loose. Anybody just replace the whol;e unit with a USB outlet?
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arne
post Jun 5 2017, 06:32 PM
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Typical German lighter socket. This is a common complaint among 911 owners too, even in the mid-to-late '80s. The German lighter socket is a bit bigger than other cars.
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post Jun 5 2017, 06:46 PM
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There's an inexpensive adapter. A couple threads on pelican.
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post Jun 5 2017, 08:22 PM
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Escort used to ship these with their detectors. I imagine someone ha something like this available these days as well.Attached Image
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post Jun 5 2017, 09:56 PM
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Wrap a layer of tin foil around the base. Do not put any near the tip.
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post Jun 6 2017, 08:27 AM
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QUOTE(Mike Bellis @ Jun 5 2017, 11:56 PM) *

Wrap a layer of tin foil around the base. Do not put any near the tip.



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post Jun 6 2017, 09:18 AM
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I have just bent the two metal tabs on the side of the adapter outward a bit.

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post Jun 6 2017, 10:47 AM
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Rolled up paper jammed between the side of the socket and plug will work too.
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