Originally Posted by Holmesuser01

I compared the wire on the car to the wire I have on hand. I used hi-temperature insulation wire. I used heavier wire than whats on the car in every case to make the repairs. I use rosin core solder and heat shrink tubing. My soldering iron is rated 40 watts.

I've been soldering for about 35 years. I did TV service for a living for years.