thanks for the in depth info, appreciate it! I'll pay attention to it while I'm finishing getting the loom ready - may have more questions though.

Its a good tip on the solder connections instead of butt or spade, I should of thought about it & probable will use it for the internal loom connections as I don't want to chase them again.

I did find a source when I was re-doing my H1 Kawa for OEM style connections, haven't bought anything yet but they look pretty good.

Looks like nice stuff with the original style soft casings
http://www.vintageconnections.com/index.htm