1. Harness, Pigtails, Coil Cords, Nose Box
Grote Sales 101 Module 12
Harness, Pigtails, Coil Cords, Nose Box

2. “The System”
Grote UBS Harness is the backbone that ties all our products together. It is that system approach across our entire line that differentiates us and positions us above all the rest

3. Durability The Great “Vic” A harness that is designed to last
Make Pin Harness – 7 years
Female Pin Harness – 5 years
Internal perfection
Sonic welded
Banded terminals

4. Durability External toughness Locking seal collar
HD jacketing to resist many external forces

5. Proven Reliability The proof is in the testing
Grote severe environment testing
Grote lasted 39% longer than the closest competitor
All Grote lamps were operating on all tests

6. Continuous improvement
Our goal is to provide the best system that continually meets and exceeds all the requirements put forward by TMC.
Female pin
Male pin
Male pin straight in
Amp connector

7. Flexibility The Grote UBS system is MODULAR
The modular design also means that the components can be changed without requiring cutting and splicing into the harness system. If, for instance, a jumper is damaged, it can be changed with a new replacement part without the need for trimming to length, crimping, or soldering
Flexibility creates additional opportunities to sell every customer

8. The Pigtail Connection
How can we improve the weakest link?
By utilizing our proven UBS system and apply it to our pigtails
The final link between our lights and power harness delivery is critical to our system success

9. Double Seal Technology
The Grote patented double seal pigtail delivers unsurpassed protection for both male and female lamp systems

10. Double Seal
Double seal technology drastically decreases water intrusion and corrosion

11. Male Pin Technology
This is the basis of our long life system approach

12. The proof is in the Details
Optimal durometers
Grease grooves to reduce the hydraulic effect
Sonic welded internal connections

13. Making the worst great Two Sealing rings
Slim line male connections available

14. Slim line vs. Standard
Slim-line = under lamp – currently used on most pigtails
Standard – Rear sill connection

15. Simple Plug n Go All pieces are made for plug n go application
Any aftermarket harness can be designed and put together with existing available pieces

16. Multiple OE options for all customers
Grote commands the dominant market in the OE trailer segments in both lighting and harnessing.
Grote many OE options to choose from with unique easy to fit systems and many trailer applications.
Much can be done when given the proper lead time.

17. ULTRA NOSE BOX
Solves the current problem of cracked, corroded and crammed truck trailer junction boxes. 
Double the standard number of pin connections.
Push-on plug function.
Durable glass-filled nylon housing, insert-molded pins that seal out moisture and corrosive materials and easily replaceable parts.

18. Ultra Pin Nose Box
Molded, threaded brass inserts that ensure the nose box is locked down and a special mounting gasket that protects against moisture. Part number

19. Ultra Pin Nose Box
 Bigger both in physical size and capacity, Grote's nose box features 39 pin connections instead of the industry standard 28. 
It accepts a variety of manufacturers' plugs. 
The main power cord hatch is replaceable, as is the main receptacle. 
The main receptacle can be swapped out in as little as 10 minutes versus 45 minutes for the old, standard receptacle.

20. Nose Box Options 7-pin insert: 97900 (solid pin). 97800 (split pin)
Replacement Door Kit: Rubber Grommet: 97810

21. Ultra-Pin Receptacle, 4 Hole Mount Nose Box
Solid Pin.
Extra Heavy Base.
Slanted Barrel for Drainage
Floating pins for easy alignment.
High impact retainer plate.
Zinc Die-Cast.

22. Ultra-Pin Receptacle Four-Hole Mount Nose Box
Heavy Bosses
Slanted barrel for drainage.
Zinc Die-Cast.
Brass Pins.
Retainer plate-High impact.

23. Door Hinge Repair Kit Replacement door kit for 87120 nose box.
Part number

24. The Ultimate Trailer System

25. Cementing the Fleet
No other company can offer the complete system of lamps and harness that Grote does.
The patented Ultra Blue Seal ties the full circle system together by helping the fleet customer reduce time, effort, and money which ultimately results in a lower cost per mile

26. Coil Cords – The Connection
Manufactured in Grote Mexico facility
Grote now offers the most advanced coil cord on the market today
The Grote Ultra-Link Series pieces the final proprietary link from the tractor to the trailer

27. Advanced Error Free Connection System
Movable pins for ease of nose box pin insertion
Recessed terminals
Easy plug and pull

28. Long Lasting Solid brass terminals
Corrosion resistant
Minimal voltage drop
Nickel plated
Detention cut-out for best connection adherence
Sonic welded terminals

29. Heavy Duty Makeup Advanced polymer jacketing
-55 F to 190 F
Jacketing have excellent recoil retainment for life extension – will not sag

30. External Strength Crush resistant housing
Epoxy filled
Wire jacket is molded into plug

31. Summary
Grote full harnessing and connection system is the most advanced program sell on the market today which gives you the ultimate selling tool to meet the fleets needs and tie their entire system to Grote