But be sure and use the black ty-wraps. They will last a lot longer. The white ones don't stand up to the UV.
Stan Rife W5EWA Houston, TX K2 S/N 4216 -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jeremiah McCarthy Sent: Wednesday, February 16, 2005 9:42 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Waterproofing cable fittings Even if you are careful not to stretch the tape before cutting it, it still might not cling well if you get a finger print on it or some of the sealant leaked...Putting a plastic cable tie, (ty-wrap) over the end of the wrap, or tying it off with lacing cord, the flat stuff used on aircraft cable bundles, will keep it in place...I have used both methods...The plastic ty-wraps might eventually turn brittle and break if they have tension on them, but they will last for several years... Jerry, wa2dkg _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
