Re: Is this the right tool
That's what I use to crimp my butt connectors. I think you've got the right thing.
Re: Is this the right tool
while it may work its not the ideal tool to use
This one is better but there are better ones still.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=93977
I like this style best
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...2563000P?mv=rr
There is a rounded tip that makes more pressure on the connection, but it needs to be in the underside part of the solderless connection (not the top part where the split is)
Re: Is this the right tool
Make sure you use the right size thing to crimp them.
Re: Is this the right tool
ah, I'll have to take a trip down to harbor freight and see if they have one of those in stock then. Maybe next pay check, Moneys tight.
Thanks for the advice guys.
Edit: Or go up to sears and get the second one you posted, Its not much more than the first and it looks like it has other functions like wire stripping.
Re: Is this the right tool
12lb sledgehammer.
Will crimp ANYTHING.
:bunny:
Re: Is this the right tool
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Omega
12lb sledgehammer.
Will crimp ANYTHING.
:bunny:
LOL just keep ur toes/fingers clear
And luciusad2004, I like the sears one better too.
(the screw cutter is kind of handy)
Re: Is this the right tool
The tool you have will do a fine job. I do crimps all the time and have a crimp tool b/c size matters for me but you can just use those stripper ones they've worked in a bind. I would use a proper crimp tool if it was a professional job or where if it doesn't make a perfect connection it doesn't work properly but for an amp the tool you have will work fine you don't need a specific tool for your own car stereo.
Re: Is this the right tool
The tool you posted will work fine for crimping that on a car. If the connector doesn't have a cover over it you could always solder it after you crimp it just to make sure. I've used a tool like that one for a ton of wiring on everything and as long as you have the right size connector for the wire you should be fine.
Re: Is this the right tool
I've crimped similar connectors with a Leatherman in the past. I don't recommend it, but it works in a pinch.