Thread: Fog Light help
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Old 05-01-2014, 03:53 PM   #12
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Originally Posted by OURO3OROS View Post
I think that's very possible. People go both ways on this, but I avoid splice connectors and prefer to solder, even though I'm an amateur, at best. Did you strip the wire before applying the splice connector or count on it to pierce the coating? They're supposed to, but don't always.
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Originally Posted by codesplice View Post
On my last car, I used the taps for just about every aftermarket wiring connection without any major issues. On the BRZ, though, I didn't have much luck with taps when doing the boomerang DRL mod. I'll second @OURO3OROS's suggestion for solder + tape (or, better yet, heat shrink). Solder doesn't really leave any room for something to go amiss, and also means you won't have to worry about the connection rattling apart later on. Looks much cleaner, too.
I did not strip the wire before adding the splice connector. So I might just repin the harness or solder them together.

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Originally Posted by alderaan34 View Post
Are you in SATX? I might be able to help you out. I am stationed at Lackland.
I'm currently stationed at Dyess, but go to SA about once a month or so.
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