[Andy A.]

This rule came as a surprise to me. Really, that just means I didn't read the manual close enough. I just didn't think that FIRST would issue a rule about the use of a specific type a lug where there has never been one before.

I've always been satisfied with my teams use of typical crimp connectors. We have 5 year old robot that still powers up today with it's original wiring. All of it's crimps are as tight today as they where 5 years ago. While the SLU-70's are easier to use, I don't feel that they add much to the security of the connection. As everyone has noticed, they tend to loosen up. This is a pain not because you have to tighten them, but you have to strip off your electrical tape to do so every match!

I realize that there is a real disparity between the level of mechanical work and electrical work for a lot of teams. I cringe sometimes when I see the electrical boards of teams that have otherwise amazing machines. But, I would rather see the inspectors trained to recognize a bad crimp rather then to have to mandate the use of a arguably inferior lug.

Besides that, they are heavy. I don't like heavy.

-Andy A.