RE: TX Antenna Broken
You are absolutely correct Dave and no I did not catch the location. In this case of course soldering would be the only practical solution of course if you can get the section inserted into the next section. Not very convienent at times but would keep you flying reliably.
Lynx's observation about the oil from you hands is a common problem also even with a healthy antenna. For this reason on my most used Tx's I do periodicaly clean the antenna with a clean rag soaked in some alcohol and this does wonders in keeping the segments sliding easily along with maintaining electrical continuity.
John