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Re: [TR] Wire terminations

To: triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [TR] Wire terminations
From: Chris Kantarjiev <cak@dimebank.com>
Date: Wed, 9 Jan 2019 15:07:22 -0800
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On 1/9/19 11:00 AM, triumphs-request@autox.team.net wrote:
> I used to like to pre-tin crimped connections, but have since learned it is
> not really a good idea.  The problem is that solder can "cold flow".  The
> solder will actuall move away from the crimp and cause the joint to loosen
> over time.  Crimping, done properly is good.  Solder is also good, but I
> would not recommend both.

This is the best information I know about soldered connections in cars:

http://www.dimebank.com/misc/soldered_connections.html
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