Crimping Heavy Cable Ends - Which Way Is Better?

? Crimping Heavy Cables – The Best Methods for Battery & Welding Cables ? Welcome back to Prairie Wings Performance! I'm Merl Mayer, and today we're diving into crimping heavy cables—whether you're working with battery cables, welding cables, or anything from 6 gauge to 2 gauge wire. In this video, I'll walk you through: ✅ Different styles of cable ends ✅ Various crimping tools and techniques ✅ The best method for strong, reliable crimps ✅ The importance of high-quality heat shrink for durability I'll also share my experiences—from old-school soldering methods to modern hydraulic crimpers—and explain why crimping is now the preferred method in professional settings. ? What’s your go-to method for crimping heavy cables? Drop a comment below and let me know your thoughts! ? Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to support the channel and see more helpful how-to videos. Thanks for watching! ?? ⏳ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction & What This Video Covers 0:15 - Different Methods for Crimping Heavy Cables 1:00 - Old-School Soldering Method (Why I Used to Do It) 1:52 - Problems with Soldering in High-Vibration Environments 2:47 - Crimping with a Hammer & Basic Crimping Tools 3:35 - Why I Switched to a Hydraulic Crimper 4:54 - Choosing the Right Crimping Dies for Proper Fit 6:12 - Step-by-Step Crimping Process for a Factory-Quality Finish 8:18 - Heat Shrink: The Right Type for Long-Lasting Protection 10:37 - Final Thoughts & Viewer Input (Like, Share, & Subscribe!) For more channel content click the link below https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLprciNyayPNeM2rpRSbg0WJ96cSrlpC4c&si=6Yk2AHIbQzUMTbx7 #CrimpingCables #BatteryCables #WeldingCables #DIY #HydraulicCrimper #AutoRepair for inquiries email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram - prairie_wings_performance