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Re: Wiring Kit

Get the universal connectors. They will work with everything, the J-style doesn't necissarily.

Most common wire gauges:

6AWG for battery leads and main breaker
10AWG or 12AWG for most motor power distribution. 10AWG will have less resistance, which can really add up, but also weigh more. There is also this cool technology available in 12AWG which makes a big difference in moving components, and routing wire in tight spots.
18AWG for lower current components
22AWG servo wire.
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