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Old Jul 28, 2014 | 12:06 PM
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Hey guys, finally starting to wire up the Kicker speakers I have (thanks for the help Ultranutz) and I'm wondering, should I use a larger gauge speaker wire? I know back in the day, when I was into car audio we always used a larger gauge speaker wire. Not sure if that's still the case...
 
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I did. Front fairing and rear bags. Not sure it's necessary as it's really short lengths compared to a car but I had it laying around so why not.
 
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Originally Posted by scottiedawg
Hey guys, finally starting to wire up the Kicker speakers I have (thanks for the help Ultranutz) and I'm wondering, should I use a larger gauge speaker wire? I know back in the day, when I was into car audio we always used a larger gauge speaker wire. Not sure if that's still the case...
I always use 12 gauge wire. I know its not necessary...probably a bit overkill, but its only a few bucks more at best buy.
 
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I always use 12 gauge wire. I know its not necessary...probably a bit overkill, but its only a few bucks more at best buy.
LOL. . . Overkill is an understatement Eshaw!
 
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LOL. . . Overkill is an understatement Eshaw!
Lol...I know but it looks so professional having those fat speaker wires. Makes it look like I know what im talking about to the onlookers....lol
 
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