Tighter socket

[NDA]

I have an aux input (that can't be dismantled as it's flush fitted somewhere) that is getting a bit loose... it's a 3.5mm headphone jack that the plugs rattle around in a bit and cause signal loss.

Are there any handy tips for making such a socket a bit tighter?

[NDA]

Bump.

[benz0]

pelvic floor exercises?

[NDA]

I've tried.... still leaking.

[psi310398]

NDA said:

I have an aux input (that can't be dismantled as it's flush fitted somewhere) that is getting a bit loose... it's a 3.5mm headphone jack that the plugs rattle around in a bit and cause signal loss.

Are there any handy tips for making such a socket a bit tighter?

Flush fitted to a chassis or a wall?

If to a bit of kit, try removing the back/top and seeing how accessible it is. You might simply be able to use a pair of pliers to tighten the connection locally (with a plug in the socket).

If knackered, Maplins will probably be able to sell you a replacement. Simply desolder the duff one and replace with minty new one and solder it up.

Needless to say, disconnect the kit from the mains first and let any capacitors discharge for an hour or two first.

[NDA]

Unfortunately it's in a car - and I don't want to take the dashboard to bits. It's an audio in socket which I use a lot and there's no workaround to get audio in another way.

[OldGermanHeaps]

A short extension cable with some hot melt glue to hold it steady in a working position? Tbh if you arent prepared to spend the 15 minutes it would take to fix it properly every other solution would be a bodge.

[768]

To be fair, I've never managed a car audio job of any sort in anything like 15 minutes. That's if I've been able to get the radio back in at all.

[OldGermanHeaps]

In that case there are competent people out there who carry out tasks in exchange for currency.

[NDA]

I was only seeking a quick fix from someone rather than a lesson in capitalism.

[SantaBarbara]

NDA said:

Bump.

No. I do not think bumping it will do any good.

[NDA]

SantaBarbara said:

No. I do not think bumping it will do any good.

True. Feels good though.

[OldGermanHeaps]

NDA said:

I was only seeking a quick fix from someone rather than a lesson in capitalism.

I suggested a quick fix. The proper fix would be quick too though.