Yeah, the wires (stranded) are really fine...but I can solder (plenty of tin and lead in my blood). The computer end IS epoxied (looks like clear glue), so I couldn't touch that one. I really want to solder and make it a neat looking job. [warning - techno-babble] I need to make sure the magnetic reed switches really do work in all directions, so I will do a continuity test before I do anything permanent.