Extending speaker wire?

Thanks all - I'll try this and report back.

Keep in mind that the first rule of proper soldering is "heat the part, not the solder."

If you heat the braided joint, and then touch the solder to it, the solder will flow and distribute itself properly. If, as many inexperienced people might be tempted to do, you heat the solder as you are holding it against the joint, the wire may not get hot enough to assure proper flow.

Good luck!

-- Al

Go ahead and braid them. You will not notice a difference.
Just keep the overall lenght the same for both left and right.

Agree with the above, as I've done it myself. There has been a lot of buzz about YARDMASTER GREEN outdoor power cord, with the end cut off and then used as speaker cable. A giant killer at a rediculously low price. You may want to try this. I am sure that other colors would work as well. Happy Listening.

Done - and all is well. The sound is acceptable. The family is appeased. Mission accomplished. Thanks, all, for the help.