I usually leave my convertible connected, but now that I'm installing OEM style battery cables I'll pop the spring ring for the winter.

On my project, before hooking up the battery I disconnected all factory circuits and made a basic start/run circuit. Now I am trying to decide whether to replace the front lamp and engine harnesses, or repair them. They won't stay compromised as they are now.

If I was at all in doubt about the wiring, I'd pull it out. Or if I had the car apart, I'd change them with new.