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[quote]QUOTE: Originally posted by KenLarsen ...My problem is that I painted the sides of my rail to make it look rusted[/quote]. Ok, the terminal rail joiners are not an option. Well, it looks like soldering is the only practical solution, holes or no holes, but you need to clean the rails before soldering. Micro-Mark sells a [url="http://www.ares-server.com/Ares/Ares.asp?MerchantID=RET01229&Action=Catalog&Type=Product&ID=14258"]fine wire brush[/url] that's perfect for that task. Using hemos or other clamp to hold the wire to the rail will also work as a heat sink and protect the ties from melting. That is, of course, if you have a high wattage soldering gun and have good soldering skills. And as far as appearence, don't over do it with the solder and when you're done, touch it up with paint. If you do a neat job it will barely be noticable unless you point it out.
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