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1. 
   edlee | Nov 10, 2007 05:46pm | #1

   You can splice the wires. But if it's really no more work, I'd run a new intact one.  Most electrical wiring failures occur at splices and terminations.

    

   Ed

2. 
   Hudson Valley Carpenter | Nov 10, 2007 06:01pm | #2

   I'd suggest that you solder those little wires if you're going to splice them.  No way would I trust anything else I've seen, not to fail at some point. 

   If it's just as easy to get a small spool of the stuff and run it fresh, that's what I'd do too.

3. 
   JTC1 | Nov 10, 2007 06:08pm | #3

   What edlee said.

   Qualifier - if the splice location can be moved to a location that will remain exposed once the building is finished - I would not hesitate to splice.

   Small wire nuts or twist, solder and heat shrink. Leave some slack or a small loop at the splice just in case of a future problem.

   If a dampish location like a dirt floor crawl space - I like to use the closed end crimp connectors (look similar to a wire nut, but crimp on). Twist wires together, crimp on the connector then fill the connector cavity / opening with GE Silicone II - corrosion ceases to be an issue even in a boat bilge.  USCG approved for Inspected Small Passenger Vessels.

   Jim

   Never underestimate the value of a sharp pencil or good light.

4. 
   Brooks | Nov 10, 2007 09:22pm | #4

   Never bury a splice. Run new - as you said, its open and no big deal...