Need help wiring backup switch - fabbing my own connector

[richtersand]

Hi all, I have my brake and lamp inspection tomorrow. I talked to the inspector and I’m all but certain that he’s going to look for a reverse light. I jury-rigged a makeshift back up light. Inspection is tomorrow and I can’t find anyone with the right backup connector in stock (https://lmr.com/item/LRS-8693NSM/T5-Back-Up-Light-Connector-With-Pigail-Mustang-83-04) so I’m going to fab my own. No big deal, but the posts on the back up switch don’t appear to be threaded. I was going to use a circle terminal post but since it’s not threaded I don’t have any way to secure it.

How can I secure the wiring to the posts on the backup switch (at least temporarily) to get through the inspection? Bonus points for solution I can solve with a quick stop to Napa or Ace hardware.

Thanks all!

[edwardb]

Insulated alligator clips.

[narly1]

How about using automotive bullet connectors?

Take the switch out of the transmission, solder a male piece (with the plastic part stripped off) onto each of its pins, then use the female pieces to terminate your wiring harness at the switch.

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[Chopper]

A healthy lump of electrical tape!

[richtersand]

Insulated alligator clips.

Thanks Paul, I need to be able to drive a few miles to the shop. So not sure this will work?

[Chopper]

Also, maybe wrapping the connections in a thin copper wire to help to hold on for the short trip.

[narly1]

How about using the inner set screw part of a Marr connector on each pin?

[edwardb]

Thanks Paul, I need to be able to drive a few miles to the shop. So not sure this will work?

With the right kind of clips I think it would. But others have some good ideas too. You asked for quick and easy. That was the first thing that came to my mind.

[lewma]

How about using automotive bullet connectors?

Take the switch out of the transmission, solder a male piece (with the plastic part stripped off) onto each of its pins, then use the female pieces to terminate your wiring harness at the switch.

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Or use the female connector only, crush it a little with pliers then slide it onto the posts ?

[richtersand]

Thanks everyone, really appreciate all of the feedback! In the end the bullet connector won the day, and it is a really solid solution. I bought a few sizes and one of them was a perfect fit. Here's the bullet connectors all wired up:

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=169716&d=1658347511

[Chopper]

Awesome! How'd your inspection go?

[richtersand]

Awesome! How'd your inspection go?

The guy got COVID and canceled. Will let you know!

[Chopper]

Bummer! Good luck when you get there.