Tightening inside PL259's with pliers is not desirable, because each Hams definition of "SNUG" occurs at different Torque levels. I want to use my hands to screw them on and off.
Also, when you have SO239 chassis mounted "Round" connectors (using one large lock washer), then pliers will loosen them every time. What I do is, treat each connector center pin and threads with Caig DeOxit. I do this on all connectors. Now I can put them on and off by hand and there is no Oxidation causing High Impedance RF connections. I do the same on my outside connectors BUT I do also apply 2 inch lbs. of torque. This keeps them from working loose with vibration and prevents oxidation. Ron Durie WB4OOA Elecraft K-Line 704-843-3681 ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
