If you’re working on an electrical project, knowing how to use crimp tools properly is essential for creating safe, reliable, and professional-quality wire connections. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know—from selecting the right crimping tool and terminal to executing a solid crimp that lasts. Whether you’re a DIY […]
Flexible LED Light Strips can be used on a wide variety of projects. They can be utilized for the interior of your car, below your bar, below your kitchen cabinets, and/or wherever else your creative mind sees fitting. Today, we will be looking at how to install LED Strip Lights. In this installation example, the […]
Wiring up trailer lights can seem like a task with all the different wires you need to run, splice, and connect. To make it easy, we got together with our tech and had him break it down for us and put together a simple, step-by-step tutorial. In this video, we used a trailer light kit […]
Quickly and conveniently repair cable harnesses with battery cable repair splices. Instead of replacing the entire harness, simply replace the damaged or corroded battery terminals. Plus, even with the repair splice, you’ll still have an OEM style fit!
Here are 4 tips for choosing the correct wire loom for your project. Protecting your wire is important, and choosing the right type of wire loom can have a big impact on the level of protection and look of the installation. To make sure you get what you need, here’s a few tips when choosing […]
A strong electrical connection starts with a proper crimp. When a terminal is under-crimped, it can loosen over time. When it’s over-crimped, the wire or connector can be damaged. Either mistake can lead to failures, downtime, or safety issues. That’s where ratcheting crimp tools come in. Designed to apply consistent, controlled pressure, these tools remove […]
So much of our world runs on electricity. What would we do without it? The types of electrical wire vary based on what the end application is. In our world at Del City, it’s all about automotive electrical wire. However, there are many types of electrical wire that fall into the realm of automotive electrical […]
Auto Meter is a high-tech company that has become a standard of excellence in providing high quality gauges. They have set the bar in the industry with their products for things like accuracy, precision, and durability. For over 50 years now, Auto Meter has been a trusted brand in gauges.
When working with 12V electrical systems—whether in a custom car build, an off-grid solar project, or an industrial control panel—choosing the right switch is more than just picking something that looks good on the dash. Two of the most common types you’ll run into are single pole and double pole switches. Understanding the difference can […]
Vehicle LED lighting is becoming more and more popular, but making the upgrade requires more than just a light swap. To start taking advantage of the safer and more cost-effective LED lighting alternative to incandescent lighting, you’ll need to make sure you have a LED Load Resistor to ensure proper illumination and flash rate of LED tail […]