stillway Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 I prefer to crimp over solder - if you use the right crimper that suits the pins in your connector you'll end up with tidy and reliable wiring. http://www.msel.co.nz/epages/motorsportelectronics.sf/en_NZ/?ObjectPath=/Shops/motorsportelectronics/Categories/Connectors If it were me id probably ditch the connector unless you plan on pulling the engine every other weekend/often. Like to keep things simple. That being said Ive got autosport connectors for my 7. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdylan Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 I know someone who used trailer plugs. worked ok. not fancy as the other stuff but worked a treat for the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ned Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 Doing what Tomstament said would work, but you would need a connector inside the car as not all the wires from teh ECU will go through the firewall, and would need a connector with just the wires going through the firewall etc OR a connector with all the wires NOT going through the firewall, so you can undo the main ECU plug and a little plug for tacho, power, acc etc that stays in the cabin and pull it out that way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteretep Posted January 15, 2014 Author Share Posted January 15, 2014 I just bought this http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=141158659256&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:AU:3160 $65 delivered, I will let you guys know in a week or 2 what it actually looks like and its size. I'm not sure I understand how the wires are fitted into the pins If it really comes down to it then I can do it tom misa spec though and yeah, not all wires are going through the firewall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ned Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 The pins just push in through the back and lock into place. To remove them later, you press in the tool that unlocks the locking part of the pins and you can then pull the pin out again Looks good though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillway Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 That should do just fine, draw up a pinout guide, and get your hands on a decent crimper/dies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteretep Posted January 15, 2014 Author Share Posted January 15, 2014 what kind of crimper do I need for that type of pin? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ned Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 i think those might be solder cups? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillway Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 Edit: found some information, looks like an Amphenol connector (JT06RE-18-32PA) based on what I could get off the ebay images http://www.amphenol-aerospace.com/connectorbasics - See "Contact And Termination Style" http://www.amphenol-aerospace.com/pdf/catalogs/38999_III_Assembly_Instruct.pdf - Assembly Instructions (The recommended DMC crimp tool and turret needed to crimp the contacts is pricey) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteretep Posted January 15, 2014 Author Share Posted January 15, 2014 this looks like the thing here http://www.aliexpress.com/item/YJQ-W1A-Adjustable-aviation-hand-crimp-tool-M22520-2-01-multifunctional-plier-20-32AWG-electronic-connectors/1047611477.html would this work though? or is is completely different? http://www.aliexpress.com/item/NEW-0-25-6mm2-Terminal-Crimping-Tool-Bootlace-Ferrule-Crimper-Wire-end-Cord-end-lug-free/1466796991.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillway Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 First one looks like a copy of the DMC tool, second one is different and would likely cause you more headaches than its worth.. To give you an idea of how they work: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteretep Posted January 15, 2014 Author Share Posted January 15, 2014 I'll wait till the parts get here and make a decision, I dont want to spend heaps on a crappy crimper I'll never use again. also might be able to borrow one from someone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spencer Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 That is one baller spec crimper setup! just use side cutters aye pete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KKtrips Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 That is one baller spec crimper setup! just use needle nose pliers aye pete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteretep Posted January 16, 2014 Author Share Posted January 16, 2014 side cutters it is then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingbrick Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 interesting! I like that plug much more than the big plastic ones. How do you seal the back of the plug though? It has the anti strain clamp thing and the its all just open? does Each pin have its own seal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteretep Posted January 16, 2014 Author Share Posted January 16, 2014 pretty sure each pin is sealed, strain relief is just to protect the pins if the wires get pulled etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillway Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 With "mil spec" wiring commonly the entire loom is sealed with heatshrink (something like Raychem DR25) and the connectors are sealed with an adhesive lined heatshrink boot Raychem DR25 is flexible and flame retardant, is resistant to most fuels (automotive and aviation), brake fluid, diesel fuel, hydraulic oil, lubricating oil and water. For those interested in the subject have a look at http://www.rbracing-rsr.com/wiring_ecu.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingbrick Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 That makes sense now. I'm Going to buy a plug too. I hear or dollar is good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRWEST Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 any ideas for a big loom say 60 wires? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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