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Old May 12, 2016 | 09:23 AM
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Using high levels from stock hu to soundstream amp.
When splicing in the supplied high level harness ,what's the preferred method?
Butt connectors, soldering .....or other?
 
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Old May 12, 2016 | 12:50 PM
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does not matter...
I personally always solder them wire heat shrink tube around them
 
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Soldering and heat shrink is preferred - assuming you're proficient at it. If not, butt connectors are fine.
 
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Thanks all appreciate the input!
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