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    Mar 22, 2012, 05:07 PM
    Splicing stranded to solid copper wire
    Can I splice stranded 14 gage wire to solid 14 gage wire?
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    Mar 22, 2012, 05:10 PM
    I would twist the strands tight and use a wire nut.
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    Mar 22, 2012, 06:15 PM
    Yes, use a wire nut.
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    Apr 29, 2012, 04:24 PM
    I was just looking at this post today, and didn't notice a solid conductor in a car or truck. I wouldn't use solid wiring in Vehicles of any type. Unless something out of the ordinary or for a specific reason.
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