Wiring Harness Release Tool

[nmk_61802]

I am looking to purchase a set of wiring harness connector release tools as I am tired of breaking of the clips by using a screwdriver. I have only found this set by Kastar:

http://www.aeincorporated.com/Kastar/?category=4&page=show_item_detail&id=133&qs=cGFnZT1zdG9yZSZjYXRlZ29yeT00JnBhZ2VfbnVtPTQmbnVtX2l0ZW1zX3RvX2Rpc3BsYXk9MTA=

Does anyone know of a retail store that carries this brand? or have any better suggestions?

 

[fastleft]

I have this one from Lisle and it works pretty well.... Lisle tools might be easier to find locally. Hope it helps.

 

[wantedabiggergarage]

Harbor Freight, carries a slightly larger version of the Lisle 13120. The Lisle, can be found sometimes at autoparts stores, or Sears.

I have the Lisle in my home box, and bought the HF one for use as both electrical disconnect (don't get used much) and door panel clip remover (main use as it is smaller then those) at the shop.

 

[eschoendorff]

I have teh Lisle version. Got it for cheap, so what them hell... haven't used it yet though.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item...&group_ID=1465&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog

I have that set. Use it at work every week or so splicing wiring looms and swapping over plugs. Works really well, came off eBay for ~$40.

 

[Danglerb]

More info in this old thread here. I bought the 4 main Lisle tools for about $25 on Amazon, and so far what I have used has worked well.

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16419

 

[Jbullfrog]

FYI, you will want 2 sets of the forked tools. Alot of automotive plugs have two clips that have to be released at the same time.

 

[Fedwrench]

Unfortunately even if you use a high speed tool, the connector will probably break. The connectors are made lighter these days and likely to fail the first time it's disconnected. Wiring and connectors are another area where manufacturers have tried to reduce vehicle weight and are considerbly thinner and lighter than just a few years ago.The free alexander brand pocket screwdriver and a dull 90 degree pick are very useful.