Waytek, Del City, Terminal Supply.

Or just about any place that sells automotive electrical. You'll even find some at the auto supply if you can get past the "what model and year" question.

 

Waytek, Del City, Terminal Supply.



Or just about any place that sells automotive electrical. You'll even find some at the auto supply if you can get past the "what model and year" question.

That made me chuckle, Rick. I hate that question.



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Packard 56 & 59 Terminals | Suppliers?

And I'm confused about the Packard fitting that accepts a double wire. Is that also a Packard 56 fitting or called something else? I need double wire terminals in 14 and 12 gauge.


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And I'm confused about the Packard fitting that accepts a double wire. Is that also a Packard 56 fitting or called something else? I need double wire terminals in 14 and 12 gauge.


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I don't know where to get the double-wire connector besides the AAW harnesses that come with them. I'm sure someone sells them but I also don't know what they are called.

My only comment on the ratcheting style crimper is that they struggle with some of the thicker Packard 56 connectors. I have a pair and they won't work at all on the larger connectors for 12 gauge. Like the die is a little too small. I use them for everything from 14 gauge and down.

Toby


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Packard 56 & 59 Terminals | Suppliers?

Using the AAW crimpers, you have no problem with the 12G and double wire crimps?


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Using the AAW crimpers, you have no problem with the 12G and double wire crimps?


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No problem with them, but that is pretty much all they do. Since you said $150, I'm assuming you are looking at the buying both since they sell the set for $150. That will cover all Packard 56. They also call the connectors F-type on their web site.


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Yep, looking at both. I've been boycotting Packard terminals up to this point, but it's kinda hard to get away with that.


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All I have currently is a nice ratchet crimper for insulated terminals. It works flawlessly. Love it! Pulling the wire out after crimping is nearly impossible by hand. At least for me.


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The AAW classic upgrade wiring kit I bought came with extra fittings so you can practice and if you screw one up(I did). I bought the AAW crimpers and sold them to another member when I was done with them.
Larry

 

The AAW classic upgrade wiring kit I bought came with extra fittings so you can practice and if you screw one up(I did). I bought the AAW crimpers and sold them to another member when I was done with them.

Larry

I'm not using an AAW kit, doing my own thing, right or wrong. And like you, the thought of buying the AAW crimper set and sell when finished crossed my mind, but more than likely I would choose to keep them. Insurance. You never know when repairs or changes may be needed.



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I bought this kit off E-Bay which had an assortment of Packard 56 terminals and connectors to go with the AAW harness I'm putting in my '55. http://www.ebay.com/itm/380878533153?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

I have the S&G 18960 ratcheting crimper set that I use. It works great and has interchangeable jaws for various uses. https://www.amazon.com/Tool-Aid-18960-Ratcheting-Terminal/dp/B006O1Y1FY

I also have a "no name" inexpensive crimper which was a Nissan special tool which also does excellent crimps on the terminals.

 

Packard 56 & 59 Terminals | Suppliers?

I bought this kit off E-Bay which had an assortment of Packard 56 terminals and connectors to go with the AAW harness I'm putting in my '55. http://www.ebay.com/itm/380878533153?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT



I have the S&G 18960 ratcheting crimper set that I use. It works great and has interchangeable jaws for various uses. https://www.amazon.com/Tool-Aid-18960-Ratcheting-Terminal/dp/B006O1Y1FY



I also have a "no name" inexpensive crimper which was a Nissan special tool which also does excellent crimps on the terminals.

That's exactly what I've been looking for. Have you assembled any terminal/connectors yet? Do the terminals fit securely in the connectors without pulling out? Decent quality?

And I actually have that crimper in my Amazon basket - saved for consideration. The price is reasonable. Have you attempted any dual wire crimps? As noted by Toby above and others in the past, that's where crimpers of this type fail. Regardless, its of interest.

Thank you for this info!



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And guys, what the heck is a Packard 59 terminal and do I care? Needed?

I've been Google'g "double-wire Packard terminals" and cannot fine anything. I may have to contact AAW, but would love to have a cheaper source. And unless I'm doing something wrong, I don't see a double wire terminal on the AAW site. Their search functionality is poor. I'm guessing they sell them as a stand alone (outside of a kit)?

Let me know if anyone knows another source, someone other than AAW.

 

I believe the packard 59 is for larger spade ends - like headlights. The driver side headlight would have two wires going into it. The packard 56 is more of the general purpose type used under the dash.

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After considerable debate (internally), Im going to buy the AAW crimpers from Summit. Summit will ship for free. Summit also sells Packard terminals and connectors, so I'll include that in my order.

Thanks to all that provided suggestions.


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