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Some of the push white nylon electrical connector retainers or pins are worn and no longer lock into holes. I am thinking about using construction adhesive to hold them in place, any other ideas!
 
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I usually try to use zip ties. Sure would hate to have to work on something after you glue all the connectors together.
 

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Not sure what connectors you are dealing with but most are friction fit with some kind of locking tab

You can use zip tie to hold them together
Or you can use just the end of a zip tie inside the edge of connector to increase its friction fit so it holds tighter

And you can tape them together as well

As said above I wouldn't "glue them" together
 

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I am refering to the nylon finned push pin that holds the connector to the frame or body of the truck.
 

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You can just buy those things at the parts store, or harbor freight.
 

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No you can't, they are specific to ford connectors
 

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Thanks, Ron.

I never even thought to look for those. Just ordered a pack so I wont forget.
 

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