Another bit on connections. The only way to have a good crimp is to be
sure you've got LOTS of pressure. Enough to create a gas tight connection
between the wire and the connector. You can do that with a pneumatic
tool if you've got one or by hand with a ratcheting crimping tool. These
things apply tremendous pressure and don't let you open the pliers until
they are tightened down all the way. The tool you got in the $9.99 kit
at Kmart will not do the job!
A good quality crimping tool can be had used at some of the surplus stores
for about $70.
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