are all power/ground wires one and the same?

GalletGun · 11-22-2013, 05:13 PM

Since we are on the topic of least resistance.

As far as the ring terminals I will be using. Will silver or gold plated terminals be "more effective".

Silver would seem to corrode in the engine bay. In that case will gold last longer?

SouthArk370Z · 11-22-2013, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by GalletGun

Since we are on the topic of least resistance.

As far as the ring terminals I will be using. Will silver or gold plated terminals be "more effective".

Silver would seem to corrode in the engine bay. In that case will gold last longer?

Yes, Silver will tarnish. If you seal the connectors (eg, RTV plus heat-shrink tubing), it doesn't really matter what metal is used as long as the connector material is compatible with the wire. Ie, any "industrial-grade" connector will work well if you select it for the type of wire you are using (eg, Cu or Al) and install it correctly.

Keep in mind that many "gold connectors" use very thin gold-plating that doesn't survive a crimp very well. Usually not worth the money/effort if weather-proofing is your goal.

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GalletGun Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 224 Drives: 2013 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 12	Since we are on the topic of least resistance. As far as the ring terminals I will be using. Will silver or gold plated terminals be "more effective". Silver would seem to corrode in the engine bay. In that case will gold last longer?