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  1. sfcarguy

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    #51 sfcarguy, Mar 30, 2025
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    #52 Tallman1, Jul 21, 2025
    What is the difference between the 4pin and the magnetic connector types in terms of functionality? Can you convert from 4 pin to magnetic (ie change the car side connector?)
     
  3. DanNE

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    #53 DanNE, Jul 21, 2025
    Could any of these adapters be retrofitted to an earlier car? I have a 360 but like the size of the CTEK (currently use a larger brick one, Schumacher something)...
     
  4. sfcarguy

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    #54 sfcarguy, Jul 21, 2025
    The 4 pin has a mechanical interface mechanism and the magnetic connector is solely held in place by the magnets. The 4 pin will also trigger a warning light on the dash and prevent the car from starting when it’s connected. You could swap the car side connector if you really wanted to, but it’s not a plug and play job.
     
  5. sfcarguy

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    #55 sfcarguy, Jul 21, 2025
    The magnetic adapter is more easily retrofittable, however it's not a plug and play DIY. It would also require non-reversible modifications to either carpeting or body panels.
     
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  6. DanNE

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    #56 DanNE, Jul 21, 2025
    Thanks, maybe I stay with the pigtail connection I have today and maybe try to update to a smaller sized charger from the Schumacher one I have right now...
     
  7. gburkett

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    #57 gburkett, Sep 10, 2025
    I need the magnetic CTek adapter for a Roma. How do I order it? Must be missing something.
     
  8. sfcarguy

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    #58 sfcarguy, Sep 10, 2025
    @gburkett Please PM me your shipping address and I will send you PayPal information.
     
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    #59 Tallman1, Oct 18, 2025
    I’ve noticed that with the FF, you have to disconnect the 4 pin, even if it is not connected to a charger. So no matter what, you have to open the panel every time, whether you have the adapter or not. So I don’t see much use for the adapter on the early FF - or am I missing something?
     
  10. sfcarguy

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    #60 sfcarguy, Oct 19, 2025
    I'm not entirely sure I understand the premise of your question.

    The point of the 4 pin connector is to prevent the car from starting when it's plugged in. Yes, you do have to disconnect it from the car not just the charger, but have you insurance of not being able to accidentally drive off with charger still connected .

    The FF battery is under the hood, so you either have to open the hood or the trunk to disconnect the charger.
     
  11. gatorbait2001

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    #61 gatorbait2001, Oct 27, 2025 at 8:03 PM

    Good evening. I would like to purchase a Magnetic NOCO adapter. I am a brand new member and cannot PM you. Can you message me with what you need to invoice me? Appreciate you.
     
  12. Tallman1

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    #62 Tallman1, Oct 28, 2025 at 7:31 AM
    Yes, I understand - so the advantage of this set up is that you know there is a charger connected to the car whether it is switched on or off. In the FF there is a panel on the side of the boot that you have to remove to get access to the charger socket. So my “solution” to avoid having to remove the panel every time was to add the 4 pin to CTEK comfort connector. However letting that 4 pin to CTEK comfort connector adapter plugged in then also prevents starting, whether you have a charger connected to the adapter or not.

    so my final solution was to loosen the female car mounted side of the 4 Pin and let it dangle in the boot with the panel in place so it’s at least easier accessible. Hope that clarifies my remarks/questions
     
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