wire crimps

[LMR 0]

What do you guys use to crimp the larger power and ground wires. I don't have a need for the crimper that big much but got by with using the vise. Any other methods?

[pmureika 31]

Soldering them on using flux and silversolder.

[altoncustomtech 773]

If you're not looking to spend the money on a hydraulic crimper (and I don't blame you considering the cost for a good reliable one) then you could always get an impact crimper for about $12.

[LMR 0]

I have never heard of an impact crimper before. I don't see where for $12 but looks like a cool tool to add to the collection. Anything to look out for when buying one? Some break after 2 uses or is there one that would give a tighter crimp?

[altoncustomtech 773]

Here's the one I have. It's held up for several years of some severe beating, left in the rain, etc with no issues.

CableYard Impact Crimper

[Sir-Lancelot 216]

You can get a hydraulic crimp at harbor freight for like $40. I have one works great.

[Julian 641]

Yep impact crimper is where it's at. you can get a hydraulic crimper from harbor freight for aroud 60$

[Godsmack 360]

I paid about 90 for my hydraulic crimper on ebay. Works great, and no reliability issues.

J

[Frostedflakejake 148]

I use the vise and then electrical solder