[R-390] R-390/390A Tuning slug repair?

[Larry H]

Hi Renee,  I agree that the solder solution would work if there were
no stress on the joint.  But, unfortunately, the slug racks must be removed
if there is a problem with any of the tuned circuits in the cans in that
lineup.  I've removed and reinstalled the racks enough to know that it is
difficult to do all the time without stressing the slug wires.  Now if a
small splint were to be put on the broken point, then I think it would
stand up to normal maintenance.

But, I don't have any actual experience with soldering the slug wires, so
maybe it would be fine.

Regards, Larry

On Wed, Aug 25, 2021 at 10:45 PM Renee K6FSB <k6fsb.1 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Larry-
> if you think about it there really is no stress if aligned properly and if
> it is a little off or takes a little push/pull. therefore it should work
> fine just as designed. do know the strings come in different gauges and
> winding materials.
> Renée
>
> On 8/25/21 9:04 PM, Larry H wrote:
>
> Hi Jordan,  I think the guitar string is a good idea.  I don't think of
> anything better.   I looked through the Pearls, and the only thing in there
> was to solder the 2 broken pieces together.  I'm not too sure about
> the longevity of that fix, though.
>
> Regards, Larry
>
> On Wed, Aug 25, 2021 at 4:55 PM Jordan Arndt <Outposter30 at shaw.ca> <Outposter30 at shaw.ca> wrote:
>
>
> Hi group...
>
> Has anyone tried to use metal guitar strings to replace broken tuning slug
> "wires"..?
>
> The construction appears to be identical with a solid metal core wrapped
> with a spiral wound outer of brass/bronze..
>
> Any other tips on replacing these "wires"...?
>
> 73...Jordan VE6ZT
>
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