VW/AUDI Wire terminals AMP

[Marc Swanson]

>    It seems like most connectors in Audis from this vintage are Amp, not
> sure about current models, but if wouldn't surprise me.  You can search the
> products at www.amp.com.  If you find the catalog to be a bit staggering,
> take heart, I've been able to make very little sense of it myself.  The
> number of parameters is astounding, and amp won't sell direct so you then
> have to find a stocking distributor.  Can you describe the contact, I think
> I've narrowed down a few.  For instance the flat socket types that are in
> many connectors in my type 89 seem to be amp timer contacts.  If anyone is
> purchasing any of these, I'd be interested in knowing your source.  Also
> anyone who has utilized these contacts, I'd like to know if you've been
> able to find appropriate tooling for the proper B style crimp.  Amp tooling
> is very expensive, and for some reason very specialized.


I've found that the best way to go around this is to use scrap wire harnesses 
and punch out the terminals you need with about 6" of wire or so to solder in 
place in your new circuit.  Much easier than sourcing the parts new from Audi 
or Amp.  



-Marc-
87 4ktq 
88 90q