Yes its true, I use this method frequently with SMD. No problem with the
excess of solder, the mesh then sucks it. You need only patience...

For good results, use quality solder wik.

Regards,

S.-

Dan wrote:

|I haven't personally tried this method, but I read that you can
|go ahead and solder all the pins on fine pitch SMT, and then go
|back over them using solder wick to draw excess solder away from
|the chip - apparently removes solder bridges quite well.
|