How can I crimp 0 gauge terminals

**hornyleprechaun** · 07-17-2006, 02:47 PM

I got the 1/0 amp kit from knukonceptz and I cannot crimp the terminals onto the 0 gauge wire... What is the best, least expensive way to do this? I wouldn't mind purchasing a tool from walmart, but I don't know what would work. I've strained my puny biceps trying to get the thing crimped but it won't go!

**binary.h4x** · 07-17-2006, 02:54 PM

Bench vise.

**psyrex** · 07-17-2006, 03:16 PM

I used a heavy pair of pliers (the blunt nose slip-joint type), a hammer, concrete floor, and lots of swearing. I use the pliers to hold it where I want to crimp it, and hammer the jaws against the concrete to close them to crimp.

**v8 scimitar** · 07-17-2006, 03:17 PM

unless you can get hold of a hydraulic crimper then solder them on

**hornyleprechaun** · 07-17-2006, 03:21 PM

Yeah I read somewhere about a vise so I'll look at walmart about those. I think I'll hammer against the ground as the last resort

**binary.h4x** · 07-17-2006, 03:24 PM

Originally Posted by psyrex

I used a heavy pair of pliers (the blunt nose slip-joint type), a hammer, concrete floor, and lots of swearing. I use the pliers to hold it where I want to crimp it, and hammer the jaws against the concrete to close them to crimp.

Those are channel locks, and that method will work, won't be pretty, but it'll work

**hornyleprechaun** · 07-17-2006, 03:32 PM

Yeah I looked on home depot's web site and they have this:

http://www.homedepot.com/prel80/HDUS...gim.0&MID=9876

I think that should work for what I want it to do. Thanks again for the help!

**psyrex** · 07-17-2006, 03:45 PM

Originally Posted by binary.h4x

Those are channel locks, and that method will work, won't be pretty, but it'll work

Well, usually covered by a pretty red or black sleeve, so you're fine. I solder all connections and then cover them in silicone, so I hope it'll last me a while.

It's easier and cheaper than buying specialized tools for a single use:

1) Apply hammer.
2) Repeat as necessary.

**turbocad6** · 07-17-2006, 03:48 PM

soldering is probably best, but even then it should be crimped first...

most install suppliers will sell a crimper... it's a block with a slide that you just put the connection in, then slam it with a hammer... there not too expensive, maybe $20-25 & probably worth having if your working with this stuff

**RedGTiVR6** · 07-17-2006, 05:07 PM

crimp it one way - as in pushing the two tabs inwards towards the wires. then turn it 90 degrees and fold it all together if you will. then apply solder. You should be golden.

oh yeah - then heat shrink or cover with the rubber covers. Just don't leave it all exposed.