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• Re: fuel hose crimping tool
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Sat, 19 Sep 2009 16:23:17 -0400
  ...fuel hose crimping tool >> >> On Sep 15, 2009, at 5:49 AM, Mark wrote: >> >> > anyone know of a good source for a tool to...
• 1987 Syncro-replace fuel lines
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Paquette
  Sun, 19 Nov 2006 19:29:46 -0800
  ...They have a typical clamp on the end away from the injector, but appear to have some kind of crimp clamp at the injector...
• Re: Always Look Under a Bus!
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 3 Oct 2010 15:08:57 -0500
  Do you guys think that Scott likes screw type clamps better than crimp-on clamps? ---- Scott Daniel - Turbovans <scottdaniel@TURBOVANS.COM> wrote: > Hi Mike...
• Re: Vanagon Tool Box
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Thu, 29 Jan 2004 20:54:39 -0800
  ...Crimp on connectors and crimping tool, 8 oz ball peen hammer with handle shortened to fit in the 30 cal GI ammo box. Shop...
• Re: Wire crimp tool, find
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 28 Jun 2024 14:35:39 +0000
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• Re: oem style ground crimp on fitting
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Fri, 11 Jan 2008 19:23:48 -0800
  Try here: http://www.vintageconnections.com/ On 1/11/08, Mike Riley <mkriley@fuse.net> wrote: > > anyone know where to get the original style...
• Re: source for solder-on quick disconnects?
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Sun, 6 May 2012 18:34:19 -0400
  I have to say I have even had trouble finding connectors that were designed to be soldered on rather than crimped, so I'd...
• Headlamps and 9004 sockets
  Historical mailing list - David M
  Sun, 27 Oct 2013 15:53:55 -0700
  ...Of course, I should have tested it before I crimped on the wires. The two prongs on the 9004 socket will not reach over...
• Re: Is there such a too?
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Fri, 23 Nov 2007 12:48:45 -0800
  ...I checked at Harbor Freight's site and they only have the ratcheting crimper for insulated terminals. Not the double stepped mandrel types for...
• cylinder head sensor location
  Historical mailing list - Tim & Kim Dayton
  Wed, 13 Feb 2002 12:50:18 -0500
  I now have two cylinder head temp gauges with the long "sensor" that has the circular crimp on the end. Where do I bolt...
• Re: whats the quick fix for the starter cable?
  Historical mailing list - Fredrich Hesterberg
  Sat, 25 Jan 2003 20:01:20 -0600
  ...I soldered the starter end on, the battery end is a crimp on. Good Evening, Fred E-mail message Subject: whats the quick fix...
• Re: Installing AMP in Vanagon..wiring SNAFU
  Historical mailing list - Babe Bones
  Wed, 24 Sep 2003 14:10:53 -0700
  ...They are all crimped together at the end and are >connected to nothing...dangling under the steering column. Question: are >these VW brown wires...
• Re: Voltage Drop - Less than 3% - 15 feet, 2/0, 150 Amps is on target
  Historical mailing list - Howard Fleming
  Mon, 29 Dec 2008 10:02:23 -0500
  ...Last time that I used welding cable for battery connections I used a crimping tool with copper lugs for the starter end of the...
• Re: Sears tool bag on sale.....
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Wed, 10 Aug 2011 06:21:07 -0400
  ...on getting a Duluth trading tool bag, I figure these are cheap enough for a separate Electrical bag with meter, wire, crimpers, etc. >> John
• Re: Voltage Drop - Less than 3% - 15 feet, 2/0,
  Historical mailing list - M'obeechi
  Mon, 29 Dec 2008 11:55:56 -0800
  ...Only thing is, crimping the connection with a wrench seems kind of iffy, and doesn't give a me the "dimple" I see on...
• Re: Update (not fixed...) Re: FIXED? (and, advice needed...) (was: Re: low voltage, starter running intermittently, but alternator is okay?)
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 24 Jan 2006 21:46:02 -0600
  ...The > crimp on the alternator wire does indeed look worn, but not at all > loose. There are two wires going into the crimp. What...
• Re: SPECIAL TOOLS
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 5 Jun 2021 21:41:14 -0600
  ...They must be crimp clamps. > > On Sat, Jun 5, 2021 at 7:53 PM OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net <mailto:OlRivrRat@comcast.net>> wrote: > Hey...
• =?utf-8?Q?Cunegonde=E2=80=99s_no-spark_problem_SOLVED?=
  Historical mailing list - Cunegonde
  Sun, 12 May 2019 21:31:26 -0700
  ...was cracked. At 34+ years old, no...shock about that, lol. Crimped on a new one and back to starting and running as strong...
• Re: Hot A/C Wire
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 22 Aug 2010 14:45:42 -0400
  ...the eyelet. >I wonder if all the years caused corrosion and crimping on a new eyelet >would solve the problem... The fuse will be...
• Re: Headlights not working (?) --> FIXED!
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Kimmons
  Sun, 10 Dec 2000 15:51:50 -0600
  ...The two wires had formed a one-inch melted 'Y' shape coming from the ground crimp connector. I split them up, each with their...
• Re: My heater stinks literally
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Wed, 29 Nov 2000 18:57:54 EST
  In a message dated 11/29/00 3:58:26 PM, firestream@MINDSPRING.COM writes: << crimp your two hoses with clamps while changing and...
• O2 sensor wiring
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Mon, 6 Nov 2006 15:38:00 -0800
  ...I am preparing to crimp in the oxygen sensor. Question is: what white wire goes to what white wire? Or, does it matter? Thanks...
• Re: right side headlight wont power up ..new relay kit 2 mths ago ...
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 28 May 2007 08:58:45 -0400
  I found those OEM style crimp on female spade "Latching" connectors for 12ga wires at http://www.vintageconnections.com/ . I bought 3 sizes ... 18...
• Re: Tools
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:42:52 -0600
  ...but we are talking about these metal pieces with >plastic for insulation, you slip a wire in and crimp it. Can HF >connectors be...
• Re: Multi Conductor Shielded Automotive Wire Temperature Rating
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Wed, 10 Jan 2018 07:24:17 -0800
  ...http://www.bandc.aero/electrical-terminals-splices.aspx And an inexpensive crimp tool that makes it easy to achieve gas-tight crimps for longevity...
• Re: Main Battery Installation: Grease or Coat Terminals?
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Wed, 17 Sep 2003 13:51:30 EDT
  ...I'm going to replace them with these." He pulled out a pocketful of crimp connectors filled with a nonconductive protective gel. Not long...
• Fuel hoses-getting the "right stuff"
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 18 Dec 2003 19:55:06 -0500
  ...The end cap is actually a plug, with o-ring, held in place by that metal crimp. The crimp can rust allowing the plug...
• O2 Sensor Fix
  Historical mailing list - Tabe Johnson
  Wed, 28 Mar 2007 18:17:24 -0400
  ...There is no difference between the crimp on and the OE sensors. I'd get crimp and save the money for pizza, but that...
• Re: Temp II sensor followup
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Tue, 4 Dec 2001 10:37:39 -0800
  Better to Solder! Crimping on butt connectors is faster but creates a resistance point which can change the value of the signal input to...
• High pressure A/C hose
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Mon, 26 Jun 2000 09:53:06 -0500
  ...The leak is at the crimped area of the hose where the steel tube inserts into the crimped fitting around the rubber hose immediately...
• Re: source for solder-on quick disconnects?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 6 May 2012 20:39:45 -0400
  ...source for solder-on quick disconnects? Whenever wiring electrical things (gauges, whatever) I always solder on crimp-style quick disconnects as I don't...
• OEM rubber covered waterproof crimpon connectors
  Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
  Tue, 12 May 2015 17:34:14 -0400
  Where can I get the oem style of rubber covered connectors that cam on the starter and fuel pump? It seem stupid to use...
• Re: Solar panels for your Vanagon..
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Sun, 17 Jun 2007 02:46:53 -0500
  ...You are theoretically supposed to use a special crimp tool to put the metal pieces on the wire, but in the smaller sizes, using...
• Wiring warning: corrosion on AC main feed wire
  Historical mailing list - Rob Scott
  Sun, 4 Aug 2002 20:39:11 -0700
  ...I replaced it with a stainless steel high-temp ring crimp connector. I tinned the wire prior to crimping, and heated the wire until...
• Re: Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 20:31:17 -0800
  Now you've done it! ;^) Now I "need" this tool! http://www.ratwell.com/dotmac/Pictures/Tools2/32-Crimper.jpg Looks like an interesting...
• Re: Fuel clamps, fuel lines
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Sat, 20 Apr 2002 22:49:33 -0700
  use a small slotted screw driver and gently pry the crimp part and they come loose. To get them off you'll need to...
• Re: Wasserboxer Coolant Temp Guage Troubleshooting
  Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
  Wed, 26 May 1999 11:48:58 -0400
  ...The electrical connction to the sender had deteriorated and the wire pulled right out of the crimp on connector when I took a look...
• Re: Partially burned rear wiper electrical connector. Motor Heat Damaged it?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 18 May 2016 21:50:23 -0400
  ...Also, these connections fail where the wire is crimped in the terminal. Peel back the insulation and you will see how the wires are...
• Re: source for solder-on quick disconnects?
  Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
  Mon, 7 May 2012 21:37:45 -0500
  ...gauges, whatever) I always solder on > crimp-style quick disconnects as I don't trust the crimp connection. this > is a bit messy. > > I...
• Re: Always Look Under a Bus!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 3 Oct 2010 12:41:40 -0700
  Hi Mike, if you are advocating crimp type fuel hose clamps as a better set up for 'put it together and 'just leave it...
• Re: Relay socket spade connectors
  Historical mailing list - Stacy
  Mon, 26 Dec 2005 22:42:36 -0800
  ...http://www.wurthusa.com buy the way the kind of crimp terminal that your after is generally referred to as a open barrel type...
• Terminal/connector source was Fridge on 12V
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 31 Aug 2014 17:24:24 -0400
  ...http://www.cycleterminal.com/crimp-tools.html http://www.cycleterminal.com/about-me.html http://www.cycleterminal.com/crimp-tool-help.html http://www...
• Re: Cold start 3 cylinder stalling and bucking idle insanity!!!
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Fri, 4 Feb 2005 14:55:29 -0500
  ...there was a big contact resistance on the engine side crimp of the copper braid (8 ohm !!!!), and so i crimped and soldered a...
• Engine fire and replacing fuel line
  Historical mailing list - Richard O'Halloran
  Tue, 22 Sep 1998 17:00:49 -0700
  How do you remove the original clamps that look like they have just been crimped on to the fuel lines? I would also like...
• Re: My heater stinks literally
  Historical mailing list - Horace K. Sawyer
  Wed, 29 Nov 2000 15:31:17 -0500
  ...Use wood blocks to crimp your two hoses with clamps while changing and you won't have to bleed your cooling system. HK
• Re: Steel coolant pipe repair ideas
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Mon, 31 Oct 2005 18:57:38 -0500
  Shawn, You can grind the right shape into a pair of pliers then crimp "flare" into the metal using the pliers. The resulting "flare...
• Re: turn signals suddenly out
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Thu, 5 May 2005 16:51:47 -0400
  ...Some connectors have two wires on them, which I cut off and crimp on individual ones. Ken Lewis http://neksiwel.20m.com/
• Re: Swage Bit + Bolt for Pop Top Cable. Strong enough?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Wed, 4 Aug 2010 01:45:45 -0400
  Neil, If it a difficult spot to crimp, you could probably attach it with good solder. Stick the cable in the hole, heat the...
• Re: Syncro Inner CV Joint Boots
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Thu, 29 Jul 2004 01:39:06 -0400
  ...Looks like I would need to cut the old boot off the old > flange, > spread open the old crimp and crimp the new boot...
• Re: Help W/ Grounds - Bucking and High Idle
  Historical mailing list - Rico Dagastino
  Tue, 30 Apr 2002 17:44:28 EDT
  ...I pulled the cable out and crimped and soldered copper terminals onto both ends of the cable. Rico
• Re: Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 23:12:18 -0500
  Our dealer has "pigtails" with the terminal already crimped in place. Use a butt connector to splice to harness. They are available in various...
• Re: Electrical problems with new voltmeter
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Fri, 5 Jun 2009 19:04:03 -0400
  James, The splice,if it's a crimp on style, may have cut through the wire. To test this theory, tug on both ends...
• Thanks
  Historical mailing list - Steven Cu
  Sat, 2 Jan 1999 06:58:00 -0600
  Listees, A million thanks to all that responded to my query on engine hesitation, I noticed that the crimping of the ground wire loose...
• recent adventures in '84 electrical bonding
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Sun, 13 Jul 2003 03:42:27 -0400
  ...instead, there was an 8 ohm contact resistance where the "engine side" connector was crimped onto the copper braid. obviously, the bonding strap was...
• Re: fuel lines; the injector side
  Historical mailing list - Caston/Payne
  Sat, 12 Jun 1999 11:41:17 -0400
  ...I >understand how the clamp to the fuel distributor works, but the other >end close to the injector looks crimped (and the crimp is...
• Swage Bit + Bolt for Pop Top Cable. Strong enough?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 3 Aug 2010 21:03:16 -0700
  ...exposed, crimp on a stopper. (though I'm not sure if there would be enough room between pivot pin and exposed cable + crimp) Neil...
• Hypothetical wiring question
  Historical mailing list - Scott LeGear
  Tue, 4 Dec 2001 12:31:09 -0700
  ...I've been wondering if it might make good sense to dip wires into Vaseline prior to inserting them into crimp connectors. This might...
• Re: Swage Bit + Bolt for Pop Top Cable. Strong enough?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 4 Aug 2010 10:37:49 -0700
  ...I plan on drilling the stock bigger end piece out, running cable through, then crimping a stopper on. The exposed cable + stopper may be...
• Re: Battery or Charging System Help Please
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 15 Dec 2010 08:52:50 -0500
  ...all the connector crimps. <g> Yrs, d
• Re: '85 Oil Light/Thermostat Questions
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Mon, 15 Jan 2007 14:08:55 -0500
  ...I ended up crimping new connectors on everyone. Some connectors have two wires. These I split up. Ken Lewis http://neksiwel.20m.com/