> You could fill the connector with a non-curing silicone grease

Thanks a lot. Since you mention RF, I know someone who's a
techie for Vodaphone and does a fair bit of tx site maintenance,
I'll ask him if he uses it and can get me a squirt or two. I did think
that maybe Vaseline might do in a pinch but I'll look around for
the real deal

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