Wire con installation tool

[Ilean826]

Newbie here. We took the self contained outlet in our 1994 Sunline trailer apart thinking we would replace it. Now we find out there is a special tool to install this type of outlet and it costs major $$. Anyone have experience with these outlets as we are kind of stuck now. Is there a place to buy used tool? Is it ok to try and just jam the wires in with a flathead?
Thanks in advance.

[BenB]

The special tool makes it easier if you are going to do alot of them. I have replaced these in my house and camper using a flat blade screwdriver. You have to do each wire individually, were as the tool will press them all in at once after you have them lined up.

[Tinstaafl]

It can be done with a screwdriver, though not all that easily. I don't care for that style at all. I'd see if I could replace it with a shallow Old Work box, available at most box stores.

[mainah]

The biggest issue would be the wire length they do not leave a lot of excess wire with the stab in outlets. You may be able to use a standard outlet with rear feed in type. it's going to be close. Good luck!