logicaluk
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Dec 13, 2021 12:15:11 GMT
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I've been looking for a decent crimp tool for Lucas bullet connectors for some time, and they either seem way too cheap or daft expensive. the only one that looks a likly candadate is the second option but i havent found it yet in the uk. What have you guys got, used, recommend or to keep clear of? |
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Dec 13, 2021 12:35:10 GMT
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I bought one of the cheapo double packs off eBay - Gunson 77169 Fitting And Crimping Kit 2pc Spring Loaded - I had to part with thirty sick squid. I've done a dozen or more crimps with it so far and seems fine. The assembly pliers are handy too - saves a lot of split fingernails.
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logicaluk
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Dec 13, 2021 19:55:50 GMT
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I bought one of the cheapo double packs off eBay - Gunson 77169 Fitting And Crimping Kit 2pc Spring Loaded - I had to part with thirty sick squid. I've done a dozen or more crimps with it so far and seems fine. The assembly pliers are handy too - saves a lot of split fingernails. Do they crimp all sizes of wire? |
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Dec 13, 2021 20:35:55 GMT
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I'm not certain about that. They crimp the bullet itself, so I guess if the wire goes in the bullet Ok, it will do the job.
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'57 Austin Cambridge A55 1800 Overdrive
'50 MG Y-type (In build)
'56 Standard Super 10 (In build)
'04 Seat Leon TDi 130 (Wet weather runabout)
'03 Citroen Berlingo HDi (Parts hauler)
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Dec 14, 2021 20:54:32 GMT
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I've always soldered them on
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1992 240 Volvo T8
1955 Cadillac
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1999 BMW E36 sport touring x2
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All current
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Dec 15, 2021 20:10:55 GMT
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 This style works very well |
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Dec 16, 2021 15:15:37 GMT
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I agree with truckdoctor; go for a proper ratchet-type, like this:  |
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logicaluk
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Dec 17, 2021 11:52:19 GMT
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Thanks, ill see what I can find
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