Phantom 3 antenna leads - connectors

Phantom 3 Standard
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New member. Big crash. Only baffling repair is reconnecting the grey wire, which pulled out of the ufl connector when the camera broke off. Multi plug and black wire ok.

I have seen several posts on this and apparently it is possible, but a real pain. I plan to simply strip back the coax a bit, insert it into the ufl and re-crimp it using the same connector. No solder…I build hi fi amp kits but this looks to be microsurgery. I have not seen the ufl before. I can’t test it so will reassemble and give it a shot. What can I expect if I fail?

If this is not possible, time for Part 97. But that is so much more complicated…I guess I am seeking support, direction, confirmation…or wave me off now before I really screw up. Thanks.

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I’ve never heard of anyone successfully repairing those connectors. If you’re not successful, you can purchase a new antenna from Amazon or eBay.

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Yes, this is pretty much what I was thinking. Too bad as only the grey wire has pulled out. It looks like replacing the antennas requires breaking into the shell and pulling motors and the board. A much bigger deal!! Thought I would try this first. If I fail, will the drone act werird? Reduced range? Burn out board?

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Right – it’s going to be a bit of work to replace it. This video shows what’s involved: