Wiring : Quick Splice or Solder?

K2 · Apr 1, 2009

I admit... I'm lazy and most of the time I use quick splices but I plan on redoing and adding some wiring and components this summer and was just interested in everyone's feedback.

jaxchrisfla · Apr 1, 2009

cant get much better then solder.

Stevenredx · Apr 1, 2009

Solder FTW, i've personally had quick splices fail on me and it's easier IMO to do it right the first time. Nothing worse than having to do something twice when it could have been avoided. Solder also looks cleaner when wrapped with shrink wrap rather than a big plastic connector.

K2 · Apr 1, 2009

Stevenredx said:
i've personally had quick splices fail on me

I know that soldering is the better, more permanent solution but this ^^ is the kind of information that really sways me. This is more a poll to see who uses what... so BE HONEST! :biggrin: I've already admitted that my lazy azz usually slaps a QS on and calls it a day.

rich017 · Apr 1, 2009

solder.

Thats what I did. It's quick, easy, and durable

eXuser01 · Apr 2, 2009

solder is the only way to go

i wire traffic controller cabinets all day and i hate butt connectors they suck and work half the time

blastap · Apr 2, 2009

yes i have been lazy before BUT it alway seems to come back and bite me in the butt. a good soldering iron and some patience make a job look alot better

BSP06XRU · Apr 2, 2009

Solder.:top:

07XRsteve · Apr 2, 2009

K2 said:
I admit... I'm lazy and most of the time I use quick splices but I plan on redoing and adding some wiring and components this summer and was just interested in everyone's feedback.

im right there with you buddy lol im lazy also you and me cant be the only ppl to admit to quick splices

TitanRattler813 · Apr 2, 2009

if it's not a piece you plan on taking out or disconnecting frequently, then solder only make sense

Vince77 · Apr 2, 2009

Quik splices are garbage. Do it right the first time and you don't have to worry about it.

5H4D0WD347H · Apr 2, 2009

I vote Delphi / Deutsch Connectors! :biggrin:

You know what I am going to say K2 so I wont even say it...

Alright I will: Solder & Heatshrink.

Shanes56 · Apr 2, 2009

solder fo sho

My68ur8trd · Apr 2, 2009

I don know that I can count the the number or wiring jobs I have fixed due to crappy connectors. Solder it the first time. Plus, its fun to melt stuff :top::laugh:

Justin

dascheaten · Apr 2, 2009

I've soldered ever since a friend used tap splices to install a keyless entry system on my '91 celica and almost totally screwed the power doors altogether. i'm not sure how he did it, but it was never the same after that.

Wayne R · Apr 2, 2009

I used these with great success on my Race Boat wiring

http://www.alphawire.com/PAGES/143.cfm

There are other Manufacturers of these out there, probably.....

RJDoute · Apr 2, 2009

If I was supposed to answer this poll with what *I* use please change my answer. :biggrin:

However, if this is a poll on what we *should* use then leave it the same.

QS FTW!

Alexrunner · Apr 2, 2009

K2 said:
I admit... I'm lazy and most of the time I use quick splices but I plan on redoing and adding some wiring and components this summer and was just interested in everyone's feedback.

If you are talking about speakers, I def need components. Maybe this summer Ill roll out there and we can install some. I know you do a lot of research in those areas so that would help me out lol.

Anyways back to your thread. I dont do either.

Yardie · Apr 2, 2009

Bubble gum or crazy glue works real well also. I know everyone is gonna be like WTF????? Trust me, don't knock it till you've tried it :top:

X-Pablo · Apr 2, 2009

Yardie said:
Bubble gum or crazy glue works real well also. I know everyone is gonna be like WTF????? Trust me, don't knock it till you've tried it :top:

Forgot the hairpin or paperclip to go wih the bubble gum, MacGyver! :laugh:

I vote solder and Heatshrink tubing.

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