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Old October 23rd 15, 09:48 PM posted to uk.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.antenna
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Default The little holes in PL259

On 10/16/2015 6:36 AM, gareth wrote:
"Brian Reay" wrote in message
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Using a pipe cutter and the plug as a guide, cut the surplus braid
away.


To give credit where it is due, the use of a pipe cutter is a good idea.

It sure beats the gingerly use of a junior hacksaw!


I'm with him on the method, tin the shield, pipe cutter is good, but
I use en exacto or utility knife, guess my pipe cutters are to old and
dull. It's even worth it to tin the holes on the PL-259 and let it cool
before you start.
Oh, and don't forget to install the sleeve first!!

Mikek