How to Crimp wires like a PRO! // Revival Cycles Tech Talk

So it should be said, the REAL pros prefer to Rarely crimp wires to connect them or make splices, but sometimes a good set of wire crimpers and a pro-grade crimp connector is all you need... and a little bit of instruction from guys who know what they're talking about. If you're going to do it, it's best to do it the correct way! Get #motonerd y here! #revivalcycles #wiring #customwiring #handbuilt

FERRULE CRIMPER

OPEN U / DOUBLE BARREL CRIMP TOOL

AUTOMATIC WIRE STRIPPER

SPARK PLUG WIRE CRIMPER

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[natecampese]

I learned a lot from watching this video. Wish I saw it sooner. My projects aren’t automotive related but there’s still so much crossover because all these different crimp styles are found in different industries/hobbies.

[charleswilson]

I used to install electronics in air navigation facilities, so fairly critical. As I think back over my career I realize that we made some big mistakes. We used gobs of the red-blue-yellow insulated terminals. If you consider all the crews working nationally we probably used these by the thousands. I noticed a lot of electricians used them too. And to make matters worse, . when I first started doing this work we were using the cheapo $10 crimp tools. We did eventually start using better crimp tools, either the 9 in insulated/uninsulated pliers, or ratcheting crimpers. I eventually came around to your way of thinking and I now prefer the uninsulated terminals. Going beyond that I would be using open barrel terminals where possible. I am now retired and have a lot of time to watch youtube videos. I have learned a lot of things that I could have used when I was still doing installations. The positive part of the story here is that even though we were using crap tools and insulated connectors we never had call backs so they worked without many failures. I don't doubt there were a few bad splices that failed but the onsite techs probably found them and repaired them.

[fredzuccarelli]

Another clear concise video....this is why I come here FIRST!!!

[MattCardinal]

I can't believe it took me so long to find this video. You guys saved me so much heartache. Buying the right tools from your site today!

[rbae]

Herr Professor Hertel,
thank you so much for your awesome videos! I just recently got knee arthroscopy and I'm happy I can do something productive and set up my m-unit blue on my Ducati while being in the penalty box that is Covid-19! Thank you for all you do for the moto-community and giving people the tools and knowledge to do more than just ride someone else's product! I hope to make it back to Austin one of these days to see you guys!
Richard

[tommylud]

Guidance on technique like this is tribal knowledge that just isn’t passed on anymore...keep them common!!!

[TwintownDIY]

Another great video! Revival has been great for my motorcycle build to get the parts and the video to understand best practices.

[vicpetrishak]

I use the uninsulated crimper jaws on the blue insulated terminal ends and find no problems at all . I feel the crimp is tighter .

[james_chatman]

Okay so it's not me...it's me and my tools. Very compressive guide. Props.

[johnbower]

Someone who really knows what he is doing

[MCBCest]

Such a great video, really love when you point out the little details because that's really what makes the difference. 🤘

[johncedar]

The double barrel crimp is sometimes referred to as an F style. Another is D style. D style is normally used for terminals that use a cable seal. It crimps the insulation wings to the seal

[kenzopons]

awesome video and great explaining by Stefan, gives me confidence in using automotive style connectors to modify my wiring loom!

[dannyaustin]

Pretty awesome beard man. Great video too. Very useful info.

[fcdgxbh]

Why didn’t they show more close ups? Might as well shown B-roll footage of the Grand Canyon.

[deanmohamed]

This is the best video on crimping tools, except I wish you showed the best tool of all in action, the one that you threw on the ground.

[aukanmeister]

This is super important and good info! Thank you again for sharing the knowledge! I would love for you to explain why you would recommend soldering the leads before crimping?

[kevinpatton]

You guys do a pretty decent job of educating.
I bought the 4 circuit kit, and i like your product, but could you PLEASE address this issue.
HOW do you properly remove an installed wire? What type do you use OR where i can buy a terminal/Pin removal tool?
Sometimes things don't go as planned or change.
Thank you.

[joelbibby]

Thanks for the tech talks, I’ve watched every one more than once. I just wish there was more.
Do you ship products to the uk?

[camaroguy]

I purchased the iwiss quick exchange set but have a open barrel terminal that is wider, designed to put two wires side by side in it and the die set doesn’t go wide enough for it. Any suggestions? Thanks for your time. Dave