Crimping connectors on a AAW Classic update kit for 69 Camaro

[Sieg]

Originally Posted by waynieZ

Scott I have both crimpers AAW recomends.
Todd I'll give twisting the wires a try again. Could you fit the insulation in the crimp like they say to do? They sent some practice crimps so atleast I had some to try first.

It was late when I did that quick mock-up, the wires slipped back in the terminal when positioning for the photos, they should be forward about 2mm.

I used a traditional pair of pliers to twist the wire ends.

For security you can crimp then solder, add shrink tube if you like.

[waynieZ]

We got most of them done on the rear harness. Them little suckers are a pain. There are a couple we are going to solder.

[GregWeld]

Be careful when soldering === copper really gets brittle when OVER heated... and automotive wiring is subject to lots of vibration. You won't find any OEM connections soldered.

[waynieZ]

Thanks Greg We only soldered one and its a side marker light so I'll know what it is if it goes bad. Thanks again. Those tiny terminals are tough when your hands shake like a hula doll on a 4X4's dash board!