The ends of the cables are taped up to indicate which is which, Though I do agree it LOOKS scary.. Ill bet if you remove the tape the wire is in good condition. The ends may or may not be factory or home made.. Frankly,, IF I crimp a connector on with the tools I have it is every bit as good (if not better) than a factory crimp.. But then I have professional grade tools that I paid well for.. they work nice too.
I have several terminal crimpers.. Some are not so good But my West Mountain ratching job is absolute factory or better quality.. My GB is the #1 field crimper.
