Re: F-plug need to be fully tightened?

"GoldIntermetallicEmbrittlement"
<GoldIntermetallicEmbrittlement@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote in message
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> On Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:30:23 -0400, "Tim Perry"
> <timperry@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
>
> >Grease is not commonly used on F connector threads. Some weather tight
> >models exude a sealer when crimped... but not on the threads.
>
>
>  Not true.  There are several cities where the cable contractors
followed
> the CORRECT methodology of SEALING their fittings with an
> anti-oxidant/moisture barrier.
>

You have a choice between conductive gunk which will tend to short out the
connection or non-conductive gunk which will tend to block the flow of
electrons where you would like them to flow. Take your pick. I pick
neither.

Time Warner in new York picks neither also, as least as far as far as
indoor
instillations go.

Given the OP's constant unplugging of the cable I doubt oxidization will
ever be a problem for him.