Well i finally decided to do the solder.. I have no idea whatsoever how to solder, so I took it to one of the best installers around here..He soldered it up for me at no charge and its slamming once again! He said theres no telling how long it will last though.. Its held out on some heavy thumping this afternoon.. Ran several 30-50hz tones through it.. I think I may sell it with the box locally for around $325 before the lead breaks again and buy me a 15" RL-P!