Rangie is cured. Cause of problem was failed wiring at connector. Thin wire
going into heavy connector with moisture trap results in corrosion of wire.
Gradual loss of conductors results in heating of wire as resistance
increases,heating of wire hardens plastic cover, cover cracks allows more
moisture etc etc. Replaced connectors with bullets and sleeves. Suffered
mild attack of shipfitters resulting in removal of tank and skid plate,
cleaning and painting of both with Por 15. I also found a soft spot in the
bottom of the tank that was a leak waiting to happen so was able to put off
the impending failure with a coating of epoxy and fine mat. Thanks for the
information and advice.
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