fin-addict Posted February 24, 2020 Report Share Posted February 24, 2020 Need to change out my 24v TM plugs. My old crimps are not the right size for the job but can make do. Looking for new crimps for the job and general use. What are you guys using. Do not want to spend a lot of money as I seldom work with 6 or 8 gauge wire. Most seen only go down to 10. Thanks for any help. Will be using butt connectors that come with the plugs. 😀⚓️ Fin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarleyG8r Posted February 24, 2020 Report Share Posted February 24, 2020 I bought one of these, and actually get a fair bit of use from it. Only issue is the wire size labeled on the die is too small for the actual wire; I usually have to go up a size. Nice to be able to reterminate your own battery lugs when you're having a problem. You're welcome to borrow mine if you're near Broward County. https://www.harborfreight.com/hydraulic-wire-crimping-tool-66150.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smilemaker Posted February 24, 2020 Report Share Posted February 24, 2020 I have the same hydraulic crimped from harbor freight. Love it. The biggest advantage is a beautiful crimp that does no put a hole in the plastic sheath. Especially important if using a shrink style connector. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triplec Posted February 24, 2020 Report Share Posted February 24, 2020 My .02 but I would use a plug that utilizes ring loop terminal connectors rather than butt connection. Such as a batter tender style. My Rhodan came with the batt tender plug installed but it uses terminal connectors. With that said...I have an hefty crimper I got from Amazon which looks a lot like the HF one and its pretty darn good. Well exceeds the old method of a hammer and block of wood 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted February 24, 2020 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2020 Thank you so much guys. Just ordered one from Amazon, be here in the AM. Did not think of a hyd. one. $40. You saved my butt, lol 😀⚓️🙏 fin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted February 26, 2020 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2020 It arrived last night, heavy little puppy. I have a question regarding them as the instructions are confusing me. When not in use is the on/off dial be in the off position, I would think so. Also mentioned something about pushing a spring down when done. Do not see a spring. Thanks again for the help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLDXT Posted February 27, 2020 Report Share Posted February 27, 2020 For future use... http://www.genuinedealz.com/marine-electrical-supply?size=56 I used the solder pellets and the heavy duty 6 awg connectors, never had an issue. Also have custom cables with connectors already installed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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