best choice for hd alternator wire terminals

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Sep 14, 2009 | 05:56 PM

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LITLRED

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Originally Posted by Jay351

you can do it man. This stuff is really easy.

Just cut off the old connector, slip on the new one so its almost completly on, then just heat it up and put your solder into the connector. It will melt instantly and you will be done!

Then slip over some shrink wrap and your done

Avoid a common mistake (I've made it many times) and be sure to slide on the shrink tubing before putting the terminal on. I used to use a hair dryer on the shrink tubing and it took forever, plus didn't score any points with my wife.

Now I use a match or lighter...very simple and quick.

Sep 14, 2009 | 09:27 PM

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Don't waste your time with the Napa / Calterm terminals and such- these are what the factory (GM) uses. There have the properly sized holes & retention tabs, and are very easy to solder on (they are tin plated). You can use common pliers to fold the wire retention tabs over, then solder it for a never-let-go connection.

Search around on Mouser's site & you'll find everything you need, at good prices to boot. I buy these in bulk all the time. They get everything to you quickly as well.