FIRE! 1961 Zenith

[dieseljeep]

Originally Posted by andy

The insulation was probably cracking and damaged right where it goes into the interlock plug. I've thrown out several cords because they had copper showing at one end due to the extra stress on the insulation.

I found some of my cords are getting brittle after 40 some years. I have several pieces, Ive had that long or longer.
BTW, the cords on the equipment, sold today, are inpossibly stiff. I understand they're removing the plastisizer, as it's lead based.