"W. Watson" wrote in message
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I've been away for several days. Just a couple of things. First, I can
happily end this by saying that there was more wire at each end, so there
is no need for putting an extension on either end. Second, yes, no solder,
wire nuts, and a junction box. I would think a satisfactory box would
easily be available for such an instance.

I have to go to the h/w store this morning, and I'll inquire about the
existence of such a box, which I do not need.

Look at it this way - if the power is going into the wires at one end and
not coming out at the other end where would YOU first suspect the problem
was?

And that's why an accessible junction box is required.