[TowerTalk] broken balun wires

[Bob Alexander]

Ken Eigsti wrote:
> Here is my problem.
> I have a Force 12 C36XN and I use a Force 12 balun with the 2 wires
> (3.5"each ) that exit one end of the balun and connect to the antenna. (40
> meter portion)
>
> Twice in less than a year, the wire has broken where I have it soldered to a
> spade lug that connects to the terminal on the antenna.
> Obviously the vibration is breaking the wire at the solder joint on the lug.
>
> What is the best method to prevent this? Crimping the wire on the lug? No
> solder?  Luckily I can reach the balun/connections by leaning out from the
> tower.
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> Thanks
> Ken W0LSD
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My solution has always been to crimp AND solder.  never had a broken 
antenna connection
Bob, W5AH