@steamer1488
I am a non electrician. I’m really handy at doing everything around my house. But, I’m installing 7 4” wafer lights in my soffit around our patio. You just saved me from going to the Funny Farm. That “Piggy Backing” the 2 runs of 12 gauge, cutting the Wago clips off and wiring traditionally saved me. Thank you so much!
@nancylayton9224
Wish I could give you many thumbs up! Thank you for sharing your wisdom.
@LendermanShop
I just started a small basement project yesterday and sat staring this little box wondering how all the wiring is going to fit! This video is of great help, thank you for your time in putting it together.
@rodneybrehm2130
Thank you so much for making this video. I just wired my first two Wafer lights using this method, and it worked exactly as you described. This is a much better way than using those "quick connect" devices included. I feel very confident that there will never be any problems with this wiring in the future. Your detailed description and video made it so easy to follow. Great job!
@brianslota4861
Excellent example of how to do this right rather than fast! When I started as an apprentice, some of the JW wanted speed. I started when I was 40 years old as an electrical apprentice after having worked years as an Avionics Technician for the airlines where accuracy and dependability were crucial. I always took more time, but you NEVER had to go back and correct my work! I'm going to share this with my apprentices!
@67bonanza
After seeing your technique, I will now use Romex clamps on these miserable tiny boxes....much neater...THANKS!!
@rlwaters
Give this man a raise!
@hawaiiantimes7702
Clean work. I’ll probably do the same but just replace the old connectors with legit Wago’s. I liked how everything just tucked right in there
@MrRcbeltz
Thanks for this video. I recently did this in a bathroom remodel and fought with getting everything in the boxes and then through the 4” holes in the drywall. Your process should make this all a bit cleaner and simpler. I have many more projects to complete. I’ll attempt to use your method to improve and simplify the job!
@rogerlew
I have a bunch of these with 12/2 MC. The MC comes from opposing sides and I fold neutral and ground to one side and hot to the other and use Wago 221s. These are only a pain if you try to put too much wire in the box. Wagos make re-work a breeze, which for me is an important consideration in an era of disposable fixtures and smart switches. Your install looks tidy.
@dennywires
Nice demonstration and workmanship. working on a work bench with just a foot of "romex" nm cable is a totally different story when you're hanging 8+ feet from a ladder and working with cable fastened to the building structure sticking out from a 4-6" hole.
@5678blob
Really nice demo. I do a lot of my own wiring in my house so not new for me but an excellent how-to for those that aren't sure. Doing these things correctly is really important. I share your old school approach re romex box connector and wire nuts.
@cennsa140driver
Thanks for tutorial. I was run 12 ga for the downstairs lighting in my new house. When I totalled up the wattage using LEDs it wasn't even over 300 watts. 14 ga it was. Easier to run and cheaper.
@kbmitch
Great demo! Definitely the best way to get the wires to fit and get secured into the box. Myself, I would use the true Wago connectors as I feel they make the best connection between the stranded and solid wire, but that is a preference.
@DaveNewEng
Hey Herrick... In general, lighting fixture boxes were not designed to accommodate two #12 romex cables (20A circuits) (think volume/space needed & possible heat generated and the need to dissipate such heat)... NEC often mentions these parameters with enclosures and because the LED light is considered a device the manufacturer who designed the device is ultimately responsible for specifying parameters associated with the installation and use of the enclosure/junction box... As with all residential lighting circuits, It is very likely they designed the light and associated junction box to be wired with #14 romex (15A circuit)... Also, during INITIAL INSTALLATIONS you MUST leave a MINIMUM of 6 inches of wire for each cable at all junction boxes... (measured from just within the connector/strain relief or end of romex sheathing as you depicted after taping the cables together and inserting them through the box connector...) The installer is then expected to "dress" the wires in such a way that the install is neat/"with good workmanship" and of course electrically and mechanically SAFE... Cutting back those wires so short (less than 6 inches is not appropriate... They should have been cut to 6 inches and folded back/tucked neatly into the junction box... Apricate your effort in creating these types of diy video's... Keep up the good work...
@barcodenosebleed5485
I chucked one of those cable rippers in one of my boxes of misfit crap because I had no idea what it was lol. Sigh. Now I can place it in its proper home. Thanks!
@alandaters8547
Romex organization and cable clamps-great!. But as an old DIYer I would much rather work with WAGOs than wire nuts when up on a ladder. Also, WAGOs are much easier to work with when joining stranded and solid wire. Note-your attention to details when using the wire nuts covered ALL the important details-Thanks!
@mirothedjmusic
Always turn power off first before snipping. I also prefer the plastic 3/8 snap ins no sharp edges or metal so prevents wire cutting into romex. Great skills and techniques ty.
@davecantone8753
i took your advice and wired my lights as you said and it worked out perfectly
@CharlesForgette-tv9tw