On Wed, 23 Jul 2003 05:36:07 -0000, Dave Platt hath writ:

I've read recommendations that if you're going to solder a
nickel-plated PL-259, you should take a file and rough off the nickel
in the area around and in the holes, and on the adapter inside (if
present). The brass under the nickel will take the solder somewhat
more readily.

Yep. I use a half-round to 'grind' the rims of the holes down to base
metal before assy. Then, using a WAY HOT, HIGH WATT iron -- not a
gun -- I get onto and off of each hole with solder as quickly as
possible -- making sure I `fill` each hole completely.

But, as another poster mentioned: A well-done PL-259 install always
makes for a Very Difficult reclamation. HI!HI!

73
Jonesy
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