[Elecraft] OT: Installing PL-259's

[Mike Dodd]

Ken G Kopp wrote:
> Use a taper reamer to enlarge the four solder holes in the body
> of the connector as much as possible.  The holes will then be
> the diameter of the U-shaped area in the connector body, making
> soldering iron contact with the previously tinned braid much easier.

This is an _excellent_ suggestion! Larger holes will make everything 
easier -- more solder iron contact with the braid and easier solder 
flow. The tiny stock holes. seriously impede solder flowing onto the braid.

Thanks for the great idea!
-- 
73, Mike N4CF
Louisa County, VA USA
Elecraft KX3 #3118, 10W
Carolina Windom up 45'
http://n4cf.mdodd.com