Crimping vs. Soldering

[Monkman33]

I use crimps for connectors. I got ahold of lots of deutsch connectors and a crimper a while back. But I solder inline splices and use small zip ties over a protective wrap for stress relief (not that it should need it lol)

I have found that either will work when done properly. And a harness will last as long as it is protected and routed properly.

There is always a way to optimize for every last hundredth of a percentage of performance. However, life is a nalancing act of cost and labor versus time and money available versus results. If your results are satisfactory and it doesn't break your bank or require too much time, then I would call it successful. Regardless of which school of thought you used.