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Whats the best wire to use for rewiring engine compartment

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I have to build a new engine harness for my 83.. Is there a particular kind of wire to use on a Car? Seems I read about auto wire with an extremely hard insulation??
Any suggestions from the Electric geeks on here? TY
 

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TXL or GXL type wire.

GXL is preferred for high heat applications such as wire running through an engine bay. For everything else I use TXL
 
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TXL or GXL type wire.

GXL is preferred for high heat applications such as wire running through an engine bay. For everything else I use TXL
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