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On Sun, 12 May 2013 12:52:22 -0700 (PDT), Tim
wrote: though some here have disputed the practice, I still say that solderless crimp connections always work best with a drop of solder on/ in them. ======= The experts say no because the solder creates a "hard spot" which can work harden and break after repeated vibration, same as using solid copper wire instead of stranded. There is nothing wrong with a good crimped connection if it is made properly and kept dry. One of the secrets to keeping it dry are to always install them with the wire pointed downward, and/or have a drip loop within an inch or two of the connector. http://captnpauley.typepad.com/.a/6a0111685112b3970c0105371a237d970b-800wi |
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