Topband: Soldering in the wild!

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Ive run up to about 500' using extension cords and a Weller 8200. For deep 
woods I lug a small automotive 12V battery and soldering iron. Radials to 
ground rods are done with a propane torch.

Carl
KM1H


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Kenneth Grimm" <grimm at sbc.edu>
To: "topband" <topband at contesting.com>
Sent: Saturday, August 04, 2012 1:22 PM
Subject: Topband: Soldering in the wild!


> After suffering through our infamous "derecho" here in Virginia, I find
> that I've got a* lot* of repair work to do on my beverages.  Most of the
> breaks are in 450 ohm window line, located in remote areas and will 
> require
> soldering.  My "non-AC electric" soldering equipment seems to have been
> lost in the last move and I need to outfit myself with a "wireless"
> soldering device!  I would be interested in what you use and if you are
> satisfied with the results.  Thanks.
>
> 73,
>
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> Ken - K4XL
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