Tools For Wiring Repairs For Soldering and Crimp Connectors

[@keithbeaurivage1269]

Love your channel. I wish the techs i work with watched. I’ve learned a lot from you.

[@kovie9162]

For those not familiar with them there's this new generation of "smart" soldering irons that are powered via either USB-C or a DC barrel connector that have backlit LCD displays, tip sensors and internal microcomputers that accurately maintain proper temperature and have other convenient features that you can easily program on the iron itself. The best-known ones are the TS-100 and Pinecil, and cost anywhere from $30 to $80. I recently bought the Pinecil and really like it. These are not toys and can get really hot really fast, and stay hot as you're soldering. They're fairly small which makes them easier to use in tight spots, and with a 6' flexible (and heat-resistant) silicone USB-C cable are easy to maneuver. Their main downside is that they're not for heavier duty soldering, especially on large metal connectors and surfaces that act as heat sinks. You need something bigger for that. But they're great for circuit boards and smaller connectors. They can also be powered in the field by a lighter socket USB charger or USB port so long as it supports PD 3.0 (which allows up to 65W power), a portable jump starter with 12-19V DC out via a 5525 barrel connector, or a 12-20V power tool battery adapter.

[@RenegadesGarage]

Flat Rate Master.. I had an "expensive" heat gun from Mac Tools and I only used that thing about 4 times and it took a dump. Bought a Porter Cable one, use it all the time and it works great even better than the one from Mac.

[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

Great information got my subscription 👊🏻

[@Conqueef-tadoor]

I have a pair of those "Tool-Aid" branded yellow and blue auto wire strippers, bought them from a MAC truck back in the late 90's when I did a lot of car stereos and alarms. They still work GREAT to this day, and they are still my favorite wire strippers. 👍

[@midnighttutor]

You are obviously very conscientious about the quality of your work. I am a consumer not a flat rate tech. Can you suggest any easy ways to identify a technician who is equally conscientious or not? Thank you.

[@stevenbrooks1243]

Been using the power probe one for years now

[@anthonygm85]

One thing you over looked I think is a de pinning kit for connectors, it's a different part wire repair, I use the power probe kits and the torch with a deflector shield I crimp a lot more the soder job reasons, I so perfer soder

[@itsatoolthing6323]

I prefer bare back butt connectors you can get a better crimp and will not put a pin hole in the heat shrink. The trick is to not forget the heat shrink before you complete the crimp.

[@brianmason8400]

Nobody has ever done that....lolol...😁

[@Conqueef-tadoor]

@@brianmason8400 I've done that MANY times. On larger wires say about 12 or 10 gauge, it's difficult to solder. Cooling fans for instance, have wires like that. I use a barrel crimp and THEN flow some solder into it with a torch after I crimp it. Then cover it with marine heat shrink tubing. That's my process for replacing a melted/damaged cooling fan plug.

[@johnburgett5040]

Silver solder is for remounting radiator necks and mounts. When I wire in a radio I use weatherpack connectors and dielectric grease. Also not to nit pick but you forgot to tell people that you have to use rosin core solder for wiring. I've had co workers try to use 40-60 acid core.

[@willr6596]

I got an Iroda MJ-950 for heatshrink and its awesome. flameless butane torch and works great.

[@satamanschmidt3428]

This is the TRULY BEST SOLUTION. On a side note the Milwaukee M18 heat gun is the worst tool Milwaukee has ever introduced. It's a complete POS. The DeWalt cordless is much better and this was confirmed by the Torque Test Channel. The best corded heat gun for heat shrink is the Weller 6966C.

[@IanNubbit]

Mopar does a U style crimp bit and solder it all together with some heat shrink with glue inside. Bullet proof in my opinion. Crimp hold with tension, solder makes a low resistance connection and the glued heat shrink keeps it water proof

[@marleythechameleonandherbi2724]

“SEEKONE Mini Heat Gun, 350W” -my small heat gun. Perfect for heat shrink, has the deflector shield. Gets in tight places.

[@mtdm8233]

I use the engindot version of this one, Picked it up thinking why not it's cheap lets try it. I stopped grabbing anything else after the first week.

[@davidhull2060]

I've got the DeWalt cordless heat gun... it will work with heat shrink if you use a reduction nozzle, but the only thing it's really good at is defrosting frozen locks in the winter!

[@willdavey9387]

I've had my harbor freight heat gun for about a year now. I have no complaints and defiantly recommend for the 15 or 20 dollars. I'm a newer tech. I have the magnetic soldering clip with the two fingers. If you or anyone has any creative ideas on holding wires together when that clip doesn't fit, or doesn't have a place to stick to I'd love to hear them.

[@votemikejones86]

Great video sir! We need to get Knipex to hook your up with their wiring tools. They’re 🔥 Love that you watch Adam too. I based my old shop around his method. New shop coming soon that will be even more influenced by him.

[@lostsoul3535]

Thanks for the information. I have the Milwaukee heat gun and found it almost useless. One of the worst investment in tools that I have made. It takes forever to properly seal connectors. It will also drain batteries very quickly.

[@EATSLEEPFARM]

Anyone thats doing alot of soldering the ts100 is the best bang for your buck. Can be ran off of any dc supply you can find weather it be laptop charger or small RC car battery. The things can get really hot for board soldering or wire soldering.

[@jimhaines8370]

Thomas and Betts crimpers are really good and rebranded by others

[@radcoolade1481]

I use Aviation crimp tools OTC. Aviation crimps, splices, and but connectors. Serve it up!!!

[@axelito2124]

My Milwaukee soldering gave out on me recently :/ doesn’t heat up anymore! Warranty she goes 🫣

[@DragonBlue68]

Most of the wiring repairs I do are rodent related and involve 26-24 gauge wires. Regular butt connectors are too large. My choice is seamless, non-insulated, butt connectors and marine shrink tubing. The 26-24 gauge butt connectors require specific jewelry crimpers due to their size. I also use butt connector adaptors when jumping from smaller gauge wires to larger. Rarely do I solder.

[@terryharvey4811]

As we all know, all STRIPPERS are not created equal......and some cost more than others. CRIMP VS SOLDER depends on amount of room to work. Like bare crimps and add the sealer type shrink. Gives a better crimp and seal.

[@michaelmcgregor3108]

Leatherman squirt e4 stripper pliers. My favorite tight spot strippers, wish they hadn't stopped making them. The Performance Tool W86506 are a copy that seems to work ok.

[@HardKnocksForge]

I’ve yet to come across an aftermarket stereo that’s been soldered in. However EVERY blow and go breathalyzer I’ve come across has been soldered in. Some with the marine style heat shrink that has the resin in it and some just vinyl taped in. Seems a bit backwards to me but what do I know, I’m just the guy ripping the shit out cuz it never works…

[@Conqueef-tadoor]

That's odd, I've found the complete opposite. Ran across quite a few stereos where the harness was soldered. But they seem to mostly use electric tape to cover it instead of heat shrink tubing. And I've seen quite a few breathalyzer interlocks that looked like a 15yr old installed it. T-taps, scotchlocks, I've even seen wires literally jammed into the fuse box around one leg of a fuse, didn't even use one of those add-a-circuit fuse piggyback things.

[@chadlafrennie4065]

The best wire holder I have for soldiering is the AST wsc15. It has nice jaws that hold wires well and has a bendable stand with a magnet base.

[@lambertdoan5932]

I have one of those. The magnetic base is very handy and so is the bendable arm. Great for motorcycle work.

[@chrischiampo7647]

The Power Probe Propane One Is My Go To Also Can Plastic Weld With it 😀❤️😀😊

[@matthyde140]

Always clean your tip! 😂

[@johnn2557]

You went through a lot of singles to get all those Strippers!😃

[@redneckerson8906]

What about flux? Do you use it . . when . . how . . what kind . . how much . . . ? Great to see you doing some more how-to type videos!

[@hattersequiptmentrepairllc4661]

I believe flux is for soldering copper pipe connections.

[@CubasAutomotive]

@@hattersequiptmentrepairllc4661 flux is good for any soldering. However the type of flux will differ from application. Plumbing is 1 type, while most other soldering is the other 2 types. It helps in forming a better bond by preventing contamination in the process of soldering. Also reduces oxidation. All around better, more robust connections.... Not so necessary when soldering a broken wire, but doesn't hurt either.

[@BubbaAyers1969]

Great video, Thanks for sharing with us

[@rcs0296]

those matco automatic strippers are what I have used for over 20 years,If you have enough room to crimp it you have enough room to strip it imho

[@ykmalachi]

My wife said I cant spend any more on strippers.

[@kingc.7108]

tool cart tour update.....?

[@JaySosaNY]

I like the female ones no chip and dales for your boy 😂

[@throttletherapy9998]

What is the part number on the Shap On wire holder, so I can get one from my dealer

[@jimb8842]

SODC1 List price is $108 per the website.

[@tradesman63]

Showing your age at 1:30 with the dime store comment… lol

[@jfantis]

What the FLUX? If you plan to solder you should always have flux.

[@jimyep9971]

good morning.

[@windstarpro]

Gamers Nexus!!

[@interstellarsurfer]

More sponsored content? Things must not be going so well at the shop. 😗

[@alanhill5513]

I missed it. What was the sponsored item. I didn’t feel sold to🙁

[@Ram2253spd]

Which part was sponsored?

[@CubasAutomotive]

I agreed with almost everything on this video! LOVE the OTC crimpers!! I've had mine for yrs. The 90 angled tip is soooooo great for tight spots or under dash work. I especially agree with the solder section... use LEAD!! 😍 FANTASTIC connections with the proper solder. Excellent video Mike! Hope all is well with you my friend. Maybe see you up here at Super Saturday come November 😉 😁🤗🤗

[@mitchellblackburn5664]

CRIMPING IS 4 NOOBS