How do I connect 2 wires? Do I need to solder?

[MarcoCaparrotta]

So my friend recently got a truck, and yesterday I installed 2 pioneer 6x9's in the door for him. However, I dont know if the connections are good. I just twisted the wires and taped it. They play, but is there anything I should do to make it stronger? thanks.

[SoCaLBaMF]

Butt connectors or the best option is solder and heat shrink.

[itsanthonyyadigg]

You can go to like advance auto and get a small box for $3 ( if I remember correctly) and something to crimp them down.

EDIT: the butt connectors that is

Edited October 4, 2011 by itsanthonyyadigg

[blownengine]

Solder and heat shrink will always be your best connection.

[MarcoCaparrotta]

Thanks guys. Im gonna try and buy a soldering iron today and give it a shot!

[blownengine]

Spend a little money on it if your going to use it alot. I have had Harbor Frieght ones burn up fast.

[SoCaLBaMF]

Spend a little money on it if your going to use it alot. I have had Harbor Frieght ones burn up fast.

And make sure you buy 60/40 solder wire too.. most important part.

[jconnway]

always solder if you can. butt connectors can let go from time to time.

[skittlesRgood]

i use butt connectors the most often just because its quicker. but you do have the chance of over crimping or under crimping.

remember when you solder to heat the wire until the solder melts against the wire. the wire should soak it up. putting a little solder on the iron first helps heat up the wire faster. and dont forget to put the heat shrink on before you solder lol.

[MarcoCaparrotta]

thanks so much. Is their a certain gauge solder I should get?