[Boatanchors] HRO-60 repairs

[Drew P.]

On leaded component replacement, Al Klase wrote:

"I much prefer this method; 
http://www.skywaves.ar88.net/commrx/Maintenance/Comprepl/component_replacement.htm"

Al is referring to the "Quig" method which neatly couples lead ends together, eliminating the need for unwrapping component leads from terminals and greatly reducing the chance for damage.

In recapping an SX-28, I removed the RF section shield/divider plates, each having a section of the bandswitch.  This entailed removal of a number of connections from the bandswitch section contact terminals.  I worked on desoldering and removing the leads from the terminals for all of about 20 seconds before realizing that the switch terminals are fragile, the switch sections are virtually irreplaceable, and that I was headed for trouble.  Stopping that approach before wreaking damage, I then decided to cut the pertinent leads near the switch terminals, leaving about 1/8 inch stubs protruding.  Upon reassembly, homemade "Quigs" made for neat reconnection of switch leads via the stubs.  No damage was done, and the SX-28 works well.

Drew