the push on connectors do work but you're right...there is a reduced signal with them. I'd like to meet the guy that invented t F-connectors. anyway do a search on Amazon for 'F Connector Installation & Removal Tool'. I bought one but haven't had an opportunity to try it under real conditions yet.
Rich
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