
Originally Posted by
JJ91284
I always crimp my connections and then solder them as well. If you don't have a big enough crimping tool
You can take a metal punch and hammer the punch into the metal connector (once wire is inserted into connector) which will put a dimple in the metal which will preven the wire from sliding out. Then you can use a blow torch (mini or big one) and heat the connection up and then insert solder into the connector. The solder will want to flow to the end of the wire because of the capillary action going on.
When we built my dads plane, we rented a electrical crimper that could crimp huge wires. Then every crimped connection was soldered which will cut down on resistance as well as offer a security net from the connection from ever breaking loose.