I have a 07 SS Trailblazer and want to have a Viper 5900 installed. Does the installer have to cut wires?
I just don't like the idea of my new wiring harness being cut. I own the truck not leasing.
Aside from soldering, what is the best way to make connections? I have seen where they clip a connector on a wire and that connector then allows for a "plug in" connection. I was hoping for an adapter like the ones used for an after market HU.
I have had installs where they cut, strip, twist and tape the wires together and I just don't think that’s a professional connection.
It's so hard to find a true professional who will take the time and do a clean, no short cut install.
Any and all answers you receive will be opinions and this is mine. A pro will solder the connections in, there is nothing that needs to be cut in your tb. They are quite basic to work on. I solder as many connections as humanly possible some love scotch locks, t-taps or just twist the wire and tape the connection I don't. I warranty my work for the life of the vehicle, I have never had to repair a connection. The clip on connector you speak of is a t-tap they will work if used properly however they are not recomended and they do inherently cut some of the copper stranding of the wire.
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Thank's for taking the time to reply!
That's good news that none of my wires need to be cut. I can see where the teeth of the T-tap would sever some of the stranding of the wire.
If none of my wires need to be cut, how are the connections made?
You strip off a 1/4" of insulation and wrap the wire around it then solder then tape with good tape super 33+.
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