Where can I buy Deoxit D5

JimBo_KW · September 10th, 2007, 15:20

Hi Guys. Well my CEL is back on and I suspect its the glow plug harness the dealer advised me of the last time. Before replacing I would like to try cleaning it. I went looking in Mississauga today to a few stores listed in one of the links but they never heard of it. Any ideas where I can buy some close by? Thanks

Fourdiesel · September 10th, 2007, 15:48

I don't know which home improvement type stores are available to you in Ontario, but any store which sells 'do it yourself' electrical panels (for home use) etc should have an equivalent product. It is designed for use when installing/clamping aluminum wiring [think 'from the meter'] into the main circuit breakers. It is usually a grayish paste. It prevents oxidation of the aluminum conductors where they contact the circuit breakers. Prevents overheating and fires which can occur when high amperage loads are carried.

It is usually REQUIRED by the national electrical codes for house wiring where aluminum contacts another metal and must conduct current. If you can't find a store meeting these criteria - get in touch with an electrical contractor - he may give you a little bit. You only need a very small amount (a few grams).

decan · September 10th, 2007, 19:21

bought it at Crappy Tire.

JimBo_KW · September 10th, 2007, 19:24

Which one? or where abouts in the store? automotive? I have looked at the one I go to on a regular basis and didn't see it

Jeff Heyerman · September 10th, 2007, 19:31

http://www.partsconnexion.com/catalo...lscleaner.html (see CAIG link at very bottom of page). I need some too, so will be calling tomorrow.

Cheers,
Jeff

Wingnut · September 10th, 2007, 19:36

Don't use a paste as it will dry out in the harness. It is an ANTI oxidising product, not a DEoxidising one. It won't do an already oxidised harness any good.

I also don't recommend using dielectric grease. For the same reason, it will not remove the oxidation causing the problem. In fact, it will seal it in which will make it even harder to clean it properly.

Deoxit D5 is available in Mississauga at Audio Operations at 600 Orwell Street (near Cawthra & The Queensway) Unit 29. It is also available online at www.rpelectronics.com

http://www.rpelectronics.com/English...tems/D5S-6.asp

JimBo_KW · September 11th, 2007, 02:26

Thanks Everyone. I should be able to get it at one of the suggested locations.

Toronto_Vento · September 11th, 2007, 04:58

Nigel, might want to mention that rpelectronics is in BC.

LNXGUY · September 11th, 2007, 05:24

I am sure a local Sayal will have it...

Wingnut · September 11th, 2007, 06:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toronto_Vento

Nigel, might want to mention that rpelectronics is in BC.

Ah hem...RP electronics is in BC

But I did say it was an online source, suggesting mail-order.

VDubbing · September 11th, 2007, 07:52

great product. worth the 20 something dollars a can!!

JimBo_KW · September 11th, 2007, 14:45

Well its all done. As I don't have a vagcom (yet) will the CEL reset its self or I read that there is someting I can do with the ignition to trick it. Does it work?

Wingnut · September 11th, 2007, 18:03

Unfortunately, there is no trickery to get the light to go off by itself. You need a vag-com. I'm sure there are folks in your area that have them though.

ic_ou812 · September 11th, 2007, 18:07

ScanguageII will also clear the code.

Toronto_Vento · September 12th, 2007, 08:52

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Originally Posted by LNXGUY

I am sure a local Sayal will have it...

I've looked in the past, and no. I got a contact cleaner from them in the past, but it is no substitue for Deoxit. I gotta pick up a can for myself soon.