Going to take the plunge and convert my XB8EC

VintageMA, thanks for the detailed response. Had a look at the Videos and followed your instructions but still unable to get the solder to stick to the tabs. I think I will need a solder with a higher precentage of Tin and 2% silver for this to work.

Going to purchase the multicore stuff that comes with flux etc etc and we will see if that improves the situation.