[Spridgets] bmw bugeye

[Duncan Sinclair]

Yes Dave I agree, using a decent ratchet crimper makes all the difference.
These can be had for about $20. Using the $2 mulitool from the auto store
does not cut it and is what gives crimp connections the bad reputation.
Crimps are used regularly in industrial control panels with no problems if
done correctly.

Thanks
Duncan

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of DAVID GROPPER
Sent: Saturday, December 05, 2009 1:58 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] bmw bugeye

Just my opinion, but...
Soldering alters the temper of the wire and also leaves it more prone to
vibration induced breakage due at the transition point from bare wire to the
soldered area.
I used to work for NASA on Shuttle and Space Station support and , IIRC,
solder connections are a No-No!

A good crimp connection means using the correct tool for the job. Pliers and
ViceGrips just don't cut it.

Dave G.



----- Original Message ----
From: Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
>  "There is nothing wrong with crimp connectors if they are
> done correctly."
That means crimped, and then soldered. 
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