[Al Skierkiewicz]

I fully agree with Rich on this, if you are not confidant on using the crimp style lugs, the version provided in the 2006 kit (not 2005) are appropriate alternates. They can also be soldered with a 50 watt iron and always follow up with insulation on both the terminal and lug. All exposed metal should be covered. I have seen smoke and fire from alligator clips, steel wool, a dropped wrench, and a dangling metal bracelet falling across exposed electrical contacts.

The practice of adding a mating battery plug to the charger is the best way to go. Anything else invites disaster in the form of shorted leads, fire, damaged terminals and failed battery chargers.