Regulator plug on a 1992 Dyna

ADragon · Sep 20th, 2009, 11:54 PM

The voltage regulator plug connecting to the engine stator on my 1992 Dyna has a tendency to come loose. I tried silicon adhesive, electrical tape and now heat shrink tubing to try to hold them in place. The male voltage regulator plug appears to be very shallow so it does not sit all the way into the female stator plug. I thought it might have something to do with the plug so I went to the local Harley Dealership to see if they would sell the plug. The answer was no, they only sell the entire voltage regulator with the plug.
Has any one experienced this and do you have a fit?
Thanks

NEWHD74FAN · Sep 21st, 2009, 12:07 AM

May want to get an aftermarket hold down clip similar to the attached link...

http://www.hdtalking.com/electrical_..._retainer.html

opaka lips · Sep 21st, 2009, 07:37 AM

I've used this type of connector to replace many broken or faulty connectors on various makes of motorcycles. It's robust and won't vibrate loose. I've never had one fail. Although it's not specifically made for scoots- the price is right. About $5 US bucks from Jaycar. You might even find a similar connector in an auto parts store. Living in Fiji has required me to be very resourceful.

Picasa Web Albums - Buzz - Connector

Breeze3at · Sep 21st, 2009, 09:48 AM

Hi ADragon; I also have a '92 Dyna, and remember me and my buddy ('91 Sturgis) having this problem. My solution was to take a razor and trim a small amount of rubber off of the plug so the male would fit deeper. I also used a pair of needle nose pliers to "slightly" crimp the female connectors so they would fit tighter. It has worked very well on my Dyna. My buddy's had arc'd badly and burned the female connectors. We had to to remove the rotor and splice new wires (there is zero extra inside), and bought a new connector (radio shack?) to solder on the V.R. and stator. The connector was a bit different, but I think some silicone sealed up the case. The hold down clamps, mentioned above were a common addition to evo engines and work well. Good luck

ADragon · Sep 21st, 2009, 10:23 PM

Thank you all for the suggestions. Great help and very much appreciated you all taking time to share your experience.

Sep 20th, 2009, 11:54 PM	#1
ADragon New Family Ride: 2002 VRod VRSCA Join Date: Sep 5th, 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 7	Regulator plug on a 1992 Dyna The voltage regulator plug connecting to the engine stator on my 1992 Dyna has a tendency to come loose. I tried silicon adhesive, electrical tape and now heat shrink tubing to try to hold them in place. The male voltage regulator plug appears to be very shallow so it does not sit all the way into the female stator plug. I thought it might have something to do with the plug so I went to the local Harley Dealership to see if they would sell the plug. The answer was no, they only sell the entire voltage regulator with the plug. Has any one experienced this and do you have a fit? Thanks

Sep 21st, 2009, 12:07 AM	#2
NEWHD74FAN Moderators Ride: 2004 Sportster XL1200RS Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 4,945 My Mood:	Re: Regulator plug on a 1992 Dyna May want to get an aftermarket hold down clip similar to the attached link... http://www.hdtalking.com/electrical_..._retainer.html __________________ Please stop by the "Self Help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<<

Sep 21st, 2009, 07:37 AM	#3
opaka lips Start The Engine Ride: '94 XLH Join Date: Jan 10th, 2009 Location: Fiji Islands Posts: 33	Re: Regulator plug on a 1992 Dyna I've used this type of connector to replace many broken or faulty connectors on various makes of motorcycles. It's robust and won't vibrate loose. I've never had one fail. Although it's not specifically made for scoots- the price is right. About $5 US bucks from Jaycar. You might even find a similar connector in an auto parts store. Living in Fiji has required me to be very resourceful. Picasa Web Albums - Buzz - Connector Last edited by opaka lips; Sep 21st, 2009 at 07:39 AM. Reason: tried to post an image but was not successful

Sep 21st, 2009, 09:48 AM	#4
Breeze3at Community Star Ride: 2007 Electra Glide Classic Join Date: Aug 18th, 2009 Location: Warner Robins, GA Posts: 685 My Mood:	Re: Regulator plug on a 1992 Dyna Hi ADragon; I also have a '92 Dyna, and remember me and my buddy ('91 Sturgis) having this problem. My solution was to take a razor and trim a small amount of rubber off of the plug so the male would fit deeper. I also used a pair of needle nose pliers to "slightly" crimp the female connectors so they would fit tighter. It has worked very well on my Dyna. My buddy's had arc'd badly and burned the female connectors. We had to to remove the rotor and splice new wires (there is zero extra inside), and bought a new connector (radio shack?) to solder on the V.R. and stator. The connector was a bit different, but I think some silicone sealed up the case. The hold down clamps, mentioned above were a common addition to evo engines and work well. Good luck __________________ I'm catching up on all those naps I didn't take as a child.

Sep 21st, 2009, 10:23 PM	#5
ADragon New Family Ride: 2002 VRod VRSCA Join Date: Sep 5th, 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 7	Re: Regulator plug on a 1992 Dyna Thank you all for the suggestions. Great help and very much appreciated you all taking time to share your experience.

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