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February 10, 2017 at 4:30 pm
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quote Wyo307:
Just wanted everyones thoughts on a related subject here. How does everyone feel about using the tinned marine grade wire vs standard automotive wire? I know the marine grade will be more expensive but it should also last longer.
The tinned wire is designed for marine use and while not 100% perfect, it will keep corrosion down to a minimum, especially when Liquid Tape is applied to the connections. Automotive wire will corrode around dampness and shouldn’t be used in a boat. It belongs in a vehicles dashboard, not a boats. As for the added cost, it all boils down to the ‘You can pay now, or you can pay later‘ thing. The choice is yours.