[arcticdude]

I treat the solder sleeves as another tool in my toolbox. I used to high temp solder everything with heat shrink tubing on every connection. But there were times when the excess heat would cause other damage that would need to be fixed. Just like crimps are sometimes the best choice.

The sleeves I use are clear, so you can see the solder flow when it does. I also cut and remove insulation to new wire, so I’ve not yet run into a situation needing flux. I often use flux under high temp soldering.

When you’re elbow deep inside a wire loom with zero excess room, I can preserve the integrity of the loom and restore to virtual factory spec using sleeves. Another tool to use.