Re: F-plug need to be fully tightened?

On Wed, 17 Sep 2008 21:01:47 -0400, "Tim Perry"
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>"Michael A. Terrell" <mike.terrell@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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>> Peto wrote:
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>> > On Wed 17 Sep08 05:04, Michael A. Terrell wrote in
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>> > > Tim Perry wrote:
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>> > >> Please post a link to your recomended product.
>> > >>
>> > >
>> > > <http://www.gcelectronics.com/order/SubCatPDF/lubricants%2048-49.
>> > > pdf>  Part No. 10-2610 Tunerlub is what I've used since the '60s.
>> > >
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>> > I'm the OP. Do you smear Tunerlube on the threads or do you dunk the
>> > plug into it (so the threads and centre connector are both covered in
>> > Tunerlube?)
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>>    A very thin film, applied with a Q-tip is all that is needed.
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>Michael, I'll see you tunerlube and raise you a Molykoat (s)
>http://www.dowcorning.com/content/news/iam_news25.asp
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>However in this application any oil, grease, or any other gunk will
attract
>dust on both the  jack and the plug when they are apart. the resultant
>sludge will necessitate cleaning both ends (then we can argue about the
best
>cleaning solution)
>
>I am not on a mission or crusade or anything. I use cleaners, sealers,
etc.
>as needed and have for years. My favorite is Caig de-oxit.
>
>Even outdoors for most instillations I find little use for chemicals on F
>connectors. Usually tape and a Skotchcoat are sufficient for many years
of
>faithful service.
>
>Large connectors the story is a bit different.  The O-rings on conduit 
and
>coax transmission line should be coated with the silicon paste, usually
>supplied with new parts or replacement kits.
>
>In any even I think we have beaten the subject to death.
>
>My recommendation to the Op is get a 4" (100 mm) crescent wrench and
place
>it on your key ring. It will then be handy for all occasions. Snug the
>connector down
>and enjoy your high speed access.
>
>
  I am having trouble finding the General Electric product.