On 26 Jan 2006 12:41:46 -0800, wrote:

"12 gauge can be a bitch to work with, especially when you need to cram
it behind the switches in boxes that aren't big enough. Are you sure
you want it running EVERYWHERE in the house? "

It's not a bitch to work with if you use stranded wire.

It's not a bitch to work with the soild #12 wire either after doing it
for years and years....

Always pre-start the bends before cramming the wores in the box. Just
cramming makes the job tough and is more likely to develop a short or
broken wire.

Want a challenge, try using #10 wire in a standard box with an outlet
or switch. When I used to work for electricians, I once ran into a
house that someone had used a whole bunch of #10 for 15 and 20A
circuits. It was definately a low loss, and would never overheat, but
working with it was a nightmare.