Spark Plug Crimper

[MillBubb]

Hi All, It's time to get her wet! I've been lightly tinkering on the 65 horse this winter and one of the last planned task's is spark plug wire assembly. I'd rather not have to buy a crimper for a one time use. Does anyone know where I could loan or rent one for a modest fee? The round or Star type?
Thanks in advance!

 

[iwombat]

Re: Spark Plug Crimper

I don't think you'll need a crimper at all if you use the correct wire kit. That being said, I'm not familiar with that exact motor so I could be mistaken.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Spark Plug Crimper

most wire kits, do not need a crimper. the have a spring with a pin, then the boot goes over it. i also strip back some insulation, and wrap the wire around the spring.

 

[MillBubb]

Re: Spark Plug Crimper

I thought I did a great job of sourcing individual pieces. Probaly half the price of a marine grade wire set. What I need to crimp is the threaded distributor side. 1) Stripped back and tinned a tiny coil that would still fit into the brass tip. 2) Then fill the tip with about 1/8" pool of hot solder, push the tinned coil end in and hold it there untill it's cool. 3) Now I want to crimp the brass sleeve to the insulation. The cost of a new crimper throws out nearly all the savings. Anybody have a crimper to loan?

 

[lowkee]

Re: Spark Plug Crimper

If you can use just an ordinary wire crimper, just go to your local dollar store. Most have a cheapie that will suffice for one job. If you have a 'Big Lots', they will likely have a better version for $4-5.

 

[Barnacle_Bill]

Re: Spark Plug Crimper

Check with your local Napa. Some of them have the capability of making spark plug wires.