peter lena 8,742 #1 Posted March 9, 2022 often refer to wire fittings or make up add on , been using these for years ,https://www.amazon.com/Channellock-909-Crimping-Tool-Cutter/dp/B00004SBDI , makes quick work of any crimping wire set up . also go to the contractor grade connection section , for better selection and strength. just an idea , pete 6 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moparfanforever 859 #2 Posted March 9, 2022 I have a pair , they do work well. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 49,182 #3 Posted March 9, 2022 Use them at work a lot so have a pair on the service truck and one in the shop. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,742 #4 Posted March 9, 2022 @WHX?? yes been using those for years , those contractor grade aluminum crimp bolt hole ends , with stainless light cable make simple easy ground leads . only me , no offence intended . pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,513 #5 Posted March 9, 2022 They don't exactly give them away BUT made NOT in the Offshore Facility commands a good price. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,084 #6 Posted March 9, 2022 As Pete linked, a good set of crimpers makes all the difference in the world. Those cheap POS chinese crimpers that come with sets of solderless connectors are about worthless 4 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 49,182 #7 Posted March 9, 2022 Yep about as useless as these.... 3 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,237 #8 Posted March 9, 2022 (edited) Definitely the best style going. The markings are long gone but based on the grip color these are Ideal brand. In the vicinity of 50 years old and served me well. Edited March 9, 2022 by Racinbob 4 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JPWH 6,101 #9 Posted March 9, 2022 T & B I've had for over 20 years. They were given to me used. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM 7,874 #10 Posted March 9, 2022 I use those with some good molex or stay con uninsulated terminals.....almost as good as soldering! 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,402 #11 Posted March 9, 2022 Got 3 pairs of Klein's. 1 in the big shop box, 1 in the Veto bag in the truck and 1 in my electrical box I keep with me at shows for the guys with the green and yellow tractors that are pushed by me. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 49,182 #12 Posted March 10, 2022 3 hours ago, squonk said: I keep with me at shows for the guys with the green and yellow tractors that are pushed by me. Yer just a regular hero then Sqounky.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,860 #13 Posted March 10, 2022 11 hours ago, peter lena said: go to the contractor grade connection section , for better selection and strength. Thomas and Betts wire connectors are the only way to go. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,402 #14 Posted March 10, 2022 10 hours ago, WHX?? said: Yer just a regular hero then Sqounky.... Maybe I should stock roll pins and punches in my show box. You know just in case! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,355 #15 Posted March 10, 2022 @squonk Pack a whiz bottle for @WHX?? tractors. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
