Dear Dave Stevens,

Hope you're well. Thank you, Sir!!!, for your comments. I'm not an electrical engineer and the World surely is better for that!

All of the wire in 940s - so near as I can tell - is stranded, so there was no reason to address conductor format (stranded vs. solid).

There was a reason to address large differences in wire diameter. There surely are crimps intended to join wires of different weights. But I didn't want to task Habib with finding such items in a time of scarcity of common items. I do not know where he hangs his hat, so have no idea what things he may be able to get.

So, I thought it best to recommend use of solder to ensure a strong and durable joint.

Hope this helps.

Stay safe and well!!

Yours faithfully,

Spook