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Maybe up your soldering game. A proper connection will be solid.
And know that solder shouldn't be used for structural support. Especially for anything that moves or is subject to vibration, etc.
The issue with soldering I was trying to convey is that it isn’t an ideal process to make connections “in the field”, aka in a tight corner or behind a cabinet. A proper connection is solid, but it’s not feasible to make a proper connection if you’re upside down under a cabinet or standing at the top of a ladder.
Ok then up your circus skills!
Or if you're not ready to run away and join, these solder seal heat shrink connectors are a good choice:
https://amzn.to/3Ui0DpY