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what gauge wire do i use?

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Old Aug 6, 2012 | 12:27 PM
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Default what gauge wire do i use?

I will relocate my license plate but don't know what wire to buy?
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Old Aug 6, 2012 | 01:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeek.OlllllllO
I will relocate my license plate but don't know what wire to buy?
Same gauge as what Jeep used. Most likely it is 16.
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Old Aug 7, 2012 | 02:36 PM
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A 16 gauge wire will handle 10 amps. That should plenty.
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Old Aug 7, 2012 | 04:00 PM
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Yup thats what i used and came out awesome!
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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 08:17 PM
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Should have used 1/0 wire..
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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 08:24 PM
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Originally Posted by 1978cj7jk2012
Should have used 1/0 wire..
X2 would've been perfect...
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