I think it is maybe time to have a look at the bottom line in this thread.

If the electrical system is down, and you have no power to solder things, then
you are screwed if you have an all-soldered vessel. If it is all crimped or
screw terminals, then you can fix it and be on your way.

Nuff said (I hope!)

Steve "if it ain't fixable, it doesn't belong on board"
Stephen C. Baker - Yacht Designer
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