Sparkmaster,
I believe that the red and tan are also from 3M.
King makes several wire connectors for damp locations that are silicone filled. They also make one for direct burial, I think for LV cables.
Here is a link for the new Ideal Twister Pro. Free sample packs are available to try.
http://www.idealindustries.com./Innovations/wire_connectors.htm#twisterpro Has anyone tried the Scru-it brand yet? These have a phillips recess at the top of the cap to be driven on with a power screwdriver.