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[TowerTalk] PL-259 - reuse or replace

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Subject: [TowerTalk] PL-259 - reuse or replace
From: N4ZR <n4zr@comcast.net>
Date: Sun, 14 Feb 2021 16:25:13 -0500
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I've discovered that one of the PL-259s on a pre-made RG-8X cable shows carbon tracks inside and arcs when I try to use it - I run full power through the junction on 40M and lower bands. Am I right to assume that I need to replace the connector, or is it feasible to clean up and reuse?  Should I toss the mating barrel connector as well?  I don't mind replacing, but with ARRL DX next weekend and Radio Shack out of business, time is a consideration.

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