Thread: Encoder Wires
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Re: Encoder Wires

Soldering is not always the best way to go. In this case the encoder wire insulation will melt back quickly if you are not careful. Crimping is very reliable if done properly. We crimp the encoder wires to a socket pin, insert them into a 6-pin version of the PWM connector then run 2 regular 3-pin PWM cables back to the sidecar. This way you can remove/replace the encoder and/or transmission more easily in the pits (and in a hurry).

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