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Old 12-16-2008, 05:18 PM
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what guage wire to use for a wire tuck? and also an specialty wire to get?
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Old 12-16-2008, 05:51 PM
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what guage wire to use for a wire tuck? and also an specialty wire to get?
Use the same gauge as the wire(s) that you're gonna cut and extend. Use the wire gauge tool to determine what gauge to use. Also, solder your wires and use shrink wrap. DO NOT twist your wires together, then use black electrical tape to cover it up!
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Use the same gauge as the wire(s) that you're gonna cut and extend. Use the wire gauge tool to determine what gauge to use. Also, solder your wires and use shrink wrap. DO NOT twist your wires together, then use black electrical tape to cover it up!
no i would never crimp. i dont even crimp my stereo wires. thanks
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you shouldnt have to extend any wires if you do ur tuck correctly
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I think most of it is 20gauge wit some 18gauge.
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