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Old 06-06-2014 | 07:02 AM
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Rodney
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If you use crimps and properly do them, no need to also solder as the crimp will be more reliable than the solder. Many tests have been done that show a proper crimp far surpasses a solder joint for reliability. The crimp will also be more forgiving of failure under vibration or lead flexing.