What is a better method?

[Millertime1987]

Installing a new stereo into my ex and would like to know what you all think would be the best way to get the wires together? I would most likely go with wire taps cause its easier to do, but also soldering the wires is alot more secure.

Any ideas on what to do?

By the way 99 explorer installing a JVC KD-HDR1 deck (Hd radio)

 

[BWilliams]

If you're handy with a soldering iron, I would recommend using it. I'm very much a believer in the theory that, if you're going to do something, do it right the first time. Solder the wires and then wrap them with electrical tape, to make both a good electrical and good mechanical connection.

 

[mawrazen]

2 Quick options!

1) Quick crimp connectors
2) In-line Splice. (A method I learned from the 12 volt manager at Circuit City)

In-Line Splice Directions:
1) Strip 1/2 inch of eash wire old and new
2) Twist the leading ends of each wire together while holding the wires in a stright line (Not Parallel)
3) Bend back the ends of each lead and twist again
4) Solder (optional)
5) Wrap in electrical tape

Makes a clean permanent connection!

 

[kelly2]

been installing for years. wiring harnesses with crimp caps does just fine. just don't be afraid to crimp them? some of the weenie guys don't/can't squeeze the crimpers hard enough i guess so they may fall off. i've been married before so i've built up plenty of strength in the forearm

 

[ford freak]

Solder and heat shrink tubing.

 

[Burns]

Im a soldering iron and time kinda guy. Like to make the best connection that i can the first time then tape them up nice and neat

 

[410Fortune]

butt conectors can work great, especially the newer ones on the market. A good set of crimpers is a MUST, or at least the ability to know where and how to crimp the connectors so the wire will NEVER come out or loosen

With that said I solder and heat shrink every single wiring connection on every single vehicle I work on. The ONLY connection on my BII that is not soldered is for my license plate lights on the back, I have some handy quickt twist type connectors so if I have to remove the plate (usually to hammer it back flat LOL) its easier.

I have had crimp connector fail on me so many times over the years
It definatley makes a difference the quality of the crimp connectors you use
cheap ones dont always lock on as tight as they should

 

[Wagonized]

soldering is the only way to go imo

if you really want to get **** you can use silver solder. all my 1/0 power and ground lugs are soldered on with silver solder

 

[aldive]

Solder and heat shrink tubing.

My choice as well.

 

[jluv]

I've been using butt connectors for years and have never had an issue. Make sure you use the right size and crimp them well.