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camaro2you 12-21-2006 02:36 PM

where to get a tool PIC OF TERMINAL INSIDE
 
for crimping termials onto the end of wires that go into a plug for a harness, i can post a picture if needed, thanks in advance.

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l8...u/DSCN0092.jpg

WildBillyT 12-21-2006 03:15 PM

Regular run of the mill terminals? You can just get wiring pliers from Home Depot or something like that.

JSPERFORMANCE 12-21-2006 05:44 PM

I can get the GM weatherpack terminal crimpers for you if you like..

camaro2you 12-21-2006 05:58 PM

if it will work to crimp the terminals shown that would be great let me know, thanks Cody.

johnjzjz 12-21-2006 06:34 PM

we clean them solder them than bend over the tabs so they fit -- at times a little belt sand might just do it -- than a small piece of shrink tube if theirs room -- just the way we do it -- jz

camaro2you 12-21-2006 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnjzjz (Post 297144)
we clean them solder them than bend over the tabs so they fit -- at times a little belt sand might just do it -- than a small piece of shrink tube if theirs room -- just the way we do it -- jz

ill consider that as a last resort as it will be a pita to do that in the dash, its for my covan's classic gauge cluster for my 86.

WildBillyT 12-21-2006 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camaro2you (Post 297147)
ill consider that as a last resort as it will be a pita to do that in the dash, its for my covan's classic gauge cluster for my 86.

FWIW, it will be a PITA to do it twice... john's way is stronger than just crimping.

BonzoHansen 12-21-2006 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camaro2you (Post 297147)
ill consider that as a last resort as it will be a pita to do that in the dash, its for my covan's classic gauge cluster for my 86.

Yeah, no reason to do it right the first time. :lol:

JSPERFORMANCE 12-22-2006 06:05 AM

the GM weatherpack connectors and terminals (which is what you have) are designed to only have to be crimped, but for added strength after you crimp them with the tool you can add soldier before you assemble the connector.. The GM weatherpack tool will cost you $45 and works on 20 - 12 gauge wire, it produces the industry standard "f" crimp.
Let me know
Josh
215-783-4645

johnjzjz 12-22-2006 06:41 PM

TECH TIP -- TV silver solder ( radio shack ) is of a thin Gage silver type it melts at a very low temp and ends up more heat resistant than regular solder - a small china pen type from a dollar store will work just be patient and keep your eyes out from under anything you do -- jz


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