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gaileo
May 30, 2009, 01:28 PM
I want to connect 2 outside post lights together and have one feed to the garage. I originally ran them separately and now I have a short in one and need to rerun to 1 feed. What kind of Box can I buy? I went to local Lowe's and Home Depot and they have no idea what I am asking for. I need the name of the waterproof junction box that my Dad used to call a Buffalo Box.

Thanks

tkrussell
May 30, 2009, 03:18 PM
A small handhole is best:

HandHole.com (http://www.handhole.com/)

Since a splice should not be buried or otherwise rendered inaccessible.

Seems Buffalo Box more is for water valves at curbs, rarely used by the electrical trade.

ohb0b
May 31, 2009, 03:33 AM
We call then "Grade Boxes." They are used for both water and electrical work. (Not in the same box)