Recapped LC II

[snake88usa]

I've had an LC II board setting around for quite some time with a few pads pulled on it. It was really nasty but I some how managed to get it to start up after a really ugly recap.



Had to bridge C21 across, turn C15 and C22 a little sideways.... I know the image is a bit blurry, but you get the idea. The pads probably wouldn't have came off if I didn't wiggle the caps off the board. Is there a better way of getting them off? I tried with my iron first, but they were just too corroded. Also, any recommendations for the tip and temperature I should be using on my Hakko 888D? 

 

[AlpineRaven]

I know I sound rough - but I've always used pointy nose pliers and do exact push & 190° twist (must not offset twist as you'll pull the pads) to break the legs inside the caps - I have done that over 20 boards now and I have not broken a pad yet.

Cheers

AP

 

[djhaloeight]

Glad to see another LC series saved

 

[jack]

Is there a better way of getting them off?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M4PWU0C

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W3FAFP0

Highly recommend. I waited way too long to get a hot air rework station for recap jobs... I can't believe I used to do them without it.

 

[IlikeTech]

I just bought a SMD station too, and I have been using it on some junk boards before recapping my Color Classic.  It makes it so easy!