Soldering+Iron

=Soldering Iron=
 * [[image:http://w6rec.com/duane/bmw/solder/Solder17.jpg align="right"]] || # Trim and strip the wires
 * 1) Physically connect the wires
 * 2) Twist them to create a smooth but strong connection
 * 3) Heat the wires UNDER the joint
 * 4) (Apply a HEAT SYNCH FIRST between the joint and any fragile electronics)
 * 5) Heat rises - try to rest the joint on top of the soldering iron
 * 6) Apply solder to the TOP side of the wires
 * 7) When hot enough, the wires will melt and draw the solder down INTO the wires creating a good solid connection
 * 8) Let the joint COOL ||

We introduced soldering late in the semester. Ask for one-on-one instruction for proper soldering technique, otherwise, here are a few links you can use to get more information:

How To Links:
 * http://www.popularmechanics.com/blogs/automotive_news/4213013.html
 * http://w6rec.com/duane/bmw/solder/
 * http://www.teamnovak.com/tech_info/how_to/solder/index.html
 * http://www.doityourself.com/stry/h2weld
 * http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-solder/step3/Soldering-wire/