No or low RF output - results

[Jim Gonthier]

Hi, I'm at step 6 from this page - https://github.com/softerhardware/Hermes-Lite2/wiki/No-Transmit

Step 6.1 is to "apply finger pressure to the top of the AD9866" which results in RF output to read ~6 W, so it appears the AD9866 has insufficient ground. Step 6.2 is to fill the hole underneath the AD9866 with solder. Before proceeding I wanted to see if this is the best next step? Anyone have experience with step 6.2 and how successful it is long-term?

Thanks!

-Jim KC1WAY