I too was a bit concerned about how tight the coil connector is, and was worried I might break something eventually. When I got my little coil I REALLY had to pull to get it off after using it.
I tried something I've done on virtually every machine I've had for the last 10 years, and it worked swimmingly. since I dig in all kinds of weather (and regularly dig on saltwater beaches) I try to go the extra mile with all my machines to try to make them as reliable as possible. I was a mechanic for years, and learned the value of clean corrosion free connections, especially those exposed to the weather. (like the coil connector for instance). what I do is remove the coil connector, and put a tiny dab of "Sil-glide" on the male (coil) end of the plug.(emphasis on the word "tiny") Sil-glide is an automotive grade silicone lubricant that somes in tube form (kinda of like a paste), and is used largely on electrical connections, like plug wires and such. This does three things for the machine. First, it lubricates the connector, making it MUCH easier to get it apart. Secondly, it protects a bit from water intrusion, and last but not least, it guards against corrosion at the connector. I've seen machines that were used at a saltwater beach that virtually had the connector destroyed due to exposure to the salts. (the two halves were actually corroded badly and FUSED!!).
If you DO use this, there are a couple of things you need to pay attention to. first, make SURE everything is spotless before you do it. since the product is a paste, dirt WILL stick to it. Secondly, use only a little bit on the connector. Just like the commercial............ "A little dab will do you" . Last, when you get it applied, install and remove the connector a couple of times to evenly distribute the product. (you'll be amazed at how much easier the connecor will come apart after) Last but not least, thoroughly wipe any residual Sil-glide from the outside of the connector. Your done!!! My coil comes off nicely now, and is protected from moisture and corrosion. If you need or want to clean it off or remove it later, a couple of squirts of electrical contact cleaner will take it right off.
As I said before, this is unsanctioned by fisher, so its your call weather or not to do it, but it works GREAT, AND, I've done it on countless machines with NO ill effects.... Streak!
I tried something I've done on virtually every machine I've had for the last 10 years, and it worked swimmingly. since I dig in all kinds of weather (and regularly dig on saltwater beaches) I try to go the extra mile with all my machines to try to make them as reliable as possible. I was a mechanic for years, and learned the value of clean corrosion free connections, especially those exposed to the weather. (like the coil connector for instance). what I do is remove the coil connector, and put a tiny dab of "Sil-glide" on the male (coil) end of the plug.(emphasis on the word "tiny") Sil-glide is an automotive grade silicone lubricant that somes in tube form (kinda of like a paste), and is used largely on electrical connections, like plug wires and such. This does three things for the machine. First, it lubricates the connector, making it MUCH easier to get it apart. Secondly, it protects a bit from water intrusion, and last but not least, it guards against corrosion at the connector. I've seen machines that were used at a saltwater beach that virtually had the connector destroyed due to exposure to the salts. (the two halves were actually corroded badly and FUSED!!).
If you DO use this, there are a couple of things you need to pay attention to. first, make SURE everything is spotless before you do it. since the product is a paste, dirt WILL stick to it. Secondly, use only a little bit on the connector. Just like the commercial............ "A little dab will do you" . Last, when you get it applied, install and remove the connector a couple of times to evenly distribute the product. (you'll be amazed at how much easier the connecor will come apart after) Last but not least, thoroughly wipe any residual Sil-glide from the outside of the connector. Your done!!! My coil comes off nicely now, and is protected from moisture and corrosion. If you need or want to clean it off or remove it later, a couple of squirts of electrical contact cleaner will take it right off.
As I said before, this is unsanctioned by fisher, so its your call weather or not to do it, but it works GREAT, AND, I've done it on countless machines with NO ill effects.... Streak!
