Review on EV Charger Replacement Electric Vehicles by Raymundo Miller

Had to replace a broken (cracked) J1772 connector and this worked perfectly but unlike the assembly that comes with the cable attached, installing the connector on its own cable requires a bit more effort. You will need torx bits to open the handle. Pay special attention to the length of the screws as they are not all the same. To attach the pins to the cable you will need a heavy duty crimping tool (hydraulic or ratchet) that can handle bare gear, or a fine torch to properly solder the pins. Your standard wire crimping tool or your everyday portable electronics soldering iron just won't do the trick. Heat shrink tubing is also a good idea for any exposed wiring to keep everything nice and clean. Also, don't forget to document your wire colors and pinouts. While most of today's chargers and newer EVs have fail-safe devices to prevent such occurrences, miswiring your pins could potentially result in catastrophic failure of both your charger and possibly your vehicle. Replacing a J1772 isn't difficult (assuming you're experienced with such things), but it can be difficult if you're not prepared with the right tools. Make sure you have everything you need and take your time.