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andy007

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cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« on: February 01, 2011, 04:36:51 AM »
I plugged my Garmin sat nav in for the 1st time, it was like a Pr**k in a bucket, very loose ! any one else noticed?
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #1 on: February 01, 2011, 10:04:44 AM »
Yep, I've noticed this with my Tom Tom. Everytime I hit a slight bump in the road, the charger pops out - very annoying.
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #2 on: February 01, 2011, 10:14:33 AM »
It seems to be an issue with most Fiats as well. I bought a torch for the wife that came with a little collar that fitted into the cigar lighter socket: -

http://www.amazon.co.uk/LED-Lenser-Automotive-Rechargeable-Torch/dp/B000PL3QMS/ref=pd_sim_sbs_kh_3

She did not need the adapter for her Honda but it was perfect for use in the old Stilo to make the socket a bit smaller.  I could not get it back out again and the cigarette lighter would not fit back in.
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #3 on: February 01, 2011, 10:44:41 AM »
I just jam a small piece of wood in with it now, so silly, why can't they be standard ?
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #4 on: February 01, 2011, 10:47:57 AM »
Hi.
That tourch looks great, will order one thanks
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #5 on: February 01, 2011, 11:20:18 AM »
Why not just prise out the metal tag on the plug a bit so its a tighter fit?
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #6 on: February 01, 2011, 11:22:55 AM »
i keep a box of matches to wedge mine in with...and i have prised the metal clips wider too..still pops out!!
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #7 on: February 01, 2011, 11:28:35 AM »
Mine's the right size. TomTom and phone charger cables are very snug. Odd...
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #8 on: February 01, 2011, 11:46:04 AM »
mines a bit tight, pulled the fix and go compressor plug out and the insides came out with it :thumbd:
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #9 on: February 01, 2011, 12:21:06 PM »
It is ok, not tight but the TomTom stayed connected.

The same could not be said from the thing hanging off the windscreen through  ???
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #10 on: February 01, 2011, 01:46:34 PM »
Have you got the special optional non stick windscreen? ;D
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #11 on: February 01, 2011, 06:03:02 PM »
I can't move the metal clips out any more, it still pops out, will just get the torch and smaller adaptor that comes with it.
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #12 on: February 01, 2011, 06:50:48 PM »
I'm on my fourth Grande Punto now and I have changed every one for a Volvo 12v Socket due to the Fiat one being to loose and plugs coming out. However the plug on the fix and go kit fits purfect but I've got one in the boot for that  :thumb:
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Re: cigarette lighter, is it larger diameter than normal?
« Reply #13 on: February 16, 2011, 05:25:04 AM »
Purchased the torch with adaptor, much better, only £11 odd
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