22-03-2019, 01:29 PM
I apologize for not making it clear that I do make the kind of mechanical joint outlined above by Terry, Trevor, and would add that, wherever possible, I do completely remove the faulty component, but, because of the possibility of solder tags breaking off, I often cut and join as already described. The other point is that, with my 'serviceman's hat on', and i still do repairs for payment, the old adage of 'time is money' comes to mind. As is well known, often, for various reasons, more time is spent on a job that can be justified by the repair charge, and obviously these instances should be kept to a minimum.
