wireing connectors , ends , etc.

[Cornpatch MO]

Anyone recommend a source that sells QUALITY automotive wireing materials? I used to be able to get good stuff from the popular local auto parts store, but now they all sell the cheap junk that is not worth the time to make a lasting wireing job.
If there were a source that made these ends with solder already in them, and pre-cut shrink tubeing too, I would like to find them.
One of the things I notice--If you crimp the ends on with the crimp in the plastic cover on the end, it will tear it --too hard a plastic.. They used to not do that years ago. I would like to buy a whole assortment of ends................................MO

 

[747mopar]

Can't help, my local supplier has a good variety of shrink wrapped connectors.

 

[hunt2elk]

Mark at MAD Electrical sells some nice stuff. I always use the uninsulated terminals, crimp with a Klein tool, solder, and heat shrink. It is a lot better joint than using an insulated terminal and just crimping.

 

[747mopar]

My preference is an open barrel crimp but you have to buy the W crimper to do it right, it's the same crimp used by the factory and leaves no need for solder. I like shrink wrapping them as well. I've ordered the open barrel terminals off Ebay and from the local Napa. Solder can be a bad thing if you turn the wire solid which then over time will cause the wire to break do to it loosing it's flexibility.

 

[Shorthorse]

I'm also interested in finding good quality wiring accessories. You're right about the quality of connectors that are readily available at most parts stores. Even quality shrink tube is hard to find and I usually end up putting two layers on a connection.
There are lots of opinions on wiring and connections. Whether you solder, crimp & solder or just crimp, good tools are important. I like a pencil torch for soldering because you can adjust the heat to compensate for different size applications. Like 747mopar said, if you're going to crimp, a good quality crimp tool is a must.
I believe the most important thing you can do is consider "strain relief". Wherever you can, make sure the wire/connection is not supporting its own weight. Something as simple as heat shrink is not just an insulator. Heat shrink adds protection from movement directly at the crimp or solder area.
I also like to stay away from push on/spade connections if possible. The quality of over the counter spade connectors is terrible. If you have to wiggle them to put them on or off they will spread and there goes the integrity of your connection. I'd like to find some high quality spade connectors too.

 

[aldal]

I bought these online at Amazon and they seem top notch....I like them.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008HMHJDO?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00

 

[ckessel]

Del City, Ron Francis, Belden[napa].

 

[Dennis H]

West Marine. Local.

 

[bm02tj]

Buy the plain ones and double wall shrink tube it is thicker and shrinks more

 

[Grabinov911]

Mark at MAD Electrical sells some nice stuff. I always use the uninsulated terminals, crimp with a Klein tool, solder, and heat shrink. It is a lot better joint than using an insulated terminal and just crimping.

X2!

 

[Chargerjase]

If you are wanting Chrysler reproduction pieces, I have used http://www.evanswiring.com/default.htm

If you are wanting to cup into your existing wiring, then there really is no better than these types of crimps.
http://www.nutsandbolts.com/electrical-heat-shrink-crimp-and-solder-butt-connectors-c-32_465.html

 

[Cornpatch MO]

Mark at MAD Electrical sells some nice stuff. I always use the uninsulated terminals, crimp with a Klein tool, solder, and heat shrink. It is a lot better joint than using an insulated terminal and just crimping.

Thanks, I tend to agree with you. Could you show me what a Klein tool looks like?............................MO

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My preference is an open barrel crimp but you have to buy the W crimper to do it right, it's the same crimp used by the factory and leaves no need for solder. I like shrink wrapping them as well. I've ordered the open barrel terminals off Ebay and from the local Napa. Solder can be a bad thing if you turn the wire solid which then over time will cause the wire to break do to it loosing it's flexibility.

Open barrel and W crimper --things I am not familiar with. I always thought having the solder run down inside the insulation would be good. Never thought about it possibly breaking..Thanks...............................MO

 

[Lets Roll]

Some of the best connectors I ever used were called deutsch connectors and needed a special crimper .

 

[hunt2elk]

Thanks, I tend to agree with you. Could you show me what a Klein tool looks like?............................MO

Klein 1006 is what I have been using.

 

[Shorthorse]

If I have to crimp, I prefer this style of crimp tool. Good even tight crimp and wont tear the insulator.

 

[hunt2elk]

If I have to crimp, I prefer this style of crimp tool. Good even tight crimp and wont tear the insulator.

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The one I posted is to be used for uninsulated terminals only, and that is why the jaws are different than the one you posted.

 

[HEMI-ITIS]

https://www.fastenal.com/products/electrical/terminals-and-wire-connectors?intcmp=hpcat-terminals_and_wire_connectors&r=~|categoryl1:"601280 Electrical"|~ ~|categoryl2:"601347 Terminals and Wire Connectors"|~

http://www.homedepot.com/s/electrical+connectors?NCNI-5

http://www.delcity.net/store/Wire-C...1017&mp_kw=auto electrical connectors&mp_mt=e
http://www.repairconnector.com/

Google electrical connectors,plenty of places!

 

[Cornpatch MO]

Thanks all for the lessons and the great leads. I never thought about Fastenall, there is a store about 26 miles away.
BTW...If you need to ship something truck freight, Fastenall will ship to and from any of their stores at a reasonable price. I shipped a transmission..................................MO

 

[bigmanjbmopar]

http://theelectricaldepot.com/

http://www.rtspecialties.net/products.asp?cat=12