Another electric cable/wire question..

[Georgio]

Hi, I need a couple of new battery cables. I can find loads of places that will sell me the thick cables and the crimp-on end fittings but none so far that will make up cables and end fitting to the length I require. I don't want to go to the expense of buying an expensive crimper.

Can anyone point me in the direction of somone I can use? (preferable on-line).

Thanks, G

 

[Forbsie]

I use CPC Batteries in Twickenham but I'm sure that your local car/truck battery supplier would be as cheap.

 

[damo]

Your local battery supplier

 

[LadyInBed]

Try here more connectors than you can shake a stick at /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

 

[ShaunG]

if you are anywhere near Chichester you can use mine next weekend, they are the ones that prooduce a hexaganol crimp. PM me for a number

regards

shaun

 

[Alex_Blackwood]

The engine place, round the back, under the super store in Port Solent crimped up a battery cable for me. That was two years ago but very helpful.

 

[davidpbo]

Try Auto Electricians or caravan/mobile home suppliers.

 

[Trundlebug]

You really don't need an expensive crimper!

I rewired all the batteries and made up the end fittings myself. You just need a hacksaw ( to cut cable to length), a hammer and a blunt cold chisel, and a suitably firm surface to crimp on. I used a small anvil which worked beautifully. Two crimps per connector, every one a good 'un !!

Wrap tightly with insulation tape, or even better, shrink wrap, and you have a professional custom made job at minimum cost. Not even worth the trip to find someone to do it for you!