69 273 headlights wont turn on

this is a lot to take in, i should get some money in next week for parts for the charging and wiring system i will go ahead and listen to Mattax in whatever he says to do, with the best of my ability. Thank you, i cant believe i was doing this on my own and didnt realize a treasure trove of experience and help i could find in kind people like yourselves. i dont have to do this alone.
Shouldn't need to spend too much. A cheap multi-meter will do, a timing light and low rpm tach can often be found on a dusty shelf in people basements and show up a yard sales or just get handed to you when people find you are interested. For a little more you can see if halifaxhops has any for sale - advantage there is that he's tested them.

Crimpers - toolmanmike posted a link for some relatively cheap ones. I haven't tried them personally but look ok. Terminals sometimes available locally but aren't too expensive even with shipping if mail ordered.