Looking at running 18-4 cable for smoke detectors. Basement has finished ceiling with access from one side unfinished room. Need to run wire about 20' across where ceiling is well below joists - lots of room so no big problem there. From there it goes parallel to joists about 15'. I have a recessed light where it changes direction that I can remove for access. I am thinking a "fish rod" (think that is the proper term) should work well. Put about a 1" hole where the detector will go and catch the wire there.
I am only going to use this tool occaisionally and have located a cheap 3/16 x 33' rod kit. I think most are 1/4". Is the smaller size going to be a problem? I don't have any insulation to deal with and the areas are fairly open. I do need to bend the rod a bit where it will go into recessed light hole and over a beam but nothing too severe. Is the 3/16 going to be difficult to use because of more flexibility?
Should I be looking at other tools?
I am only going to use this tool occaisionally and have located a cheap 3/16 x 33' rod kit. I think most are 1/4". Is the smaller size going to be a problem? I don't have any insulation to deal with and the areas are fairly open. I do need to bend the rod a bit where it will go into recessed light hole and over a beam but nothing too severe. Is the 3/16 going to be difficult to use because of more flexibility?
Should I be looking at other tools?