Re: [TowerTalk] Soldering PL-259s

[Mike <k4gmh@arrl.net>]

The Wal-Mart mini-torch works well at the top of the tower.  Enough heat to 
get whatever your trying to solder even in a reasonable wind.

At 12:59 PM 2/1/04, AA6DX wrote:
> Hey ... that's a nice item!  I have a Chinese one of those, but this looks
> much better!  And a pencil torch. But going to get one of those!  The
> Wal-Mart price is good.   On the Internet, found one for $39- .......
> 73, Mark  AA6DX
> http://www.ronsoncorp.com/tech2.cfm
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Mahlon Haunschild" <mahlonhaunschild@cox.net>
> To: <towertalk@contesting.com>
> Sent: Sunday, February 01, 2004 9:48 AM
> Subject: [TowerTalk] Soldering PL-259s
>
>
> | Hey, everyone.
> |
> | Remember the thread the other day about soldering PL-259s?  Found the
> | ideal tool for the purpose the other day at Wal-Mart:  a Ronson
> | "TechTorch" mini-torch.  Butane-fueled, refillable, and best of all
> | comes with a catalyst burner with soldering & heat tips, so you can
> | shrink the heat shrink after you solder the connector.  Circa $26 at the
> | Wal-Mart. Ronson item # 80009.  UPC 0-37900-80009-6.
> |
> | regards,
> |
> | Mahlon - K4OQ
> |
> | |
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        73,
        Mike, K4GMH 
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See: http://www.mscomputer.com  for "Self Supporting Towers", "Wireless Weather Stations", and lot's more.  Call Toll Free, 1-800-333-9041 with any questions and ask for Sherman, W2FLA.

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