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Connector Stability
I'm an EMS Shop supervisor. My thoughts on the cable connector stability: When you are assembling the BNC connector (using the crimp or manual assy), check the continuity of your work (ohm the cables), then fill the interior of the connector with hot glue just before you crimp the connector. Shrink wrap tubing and/or electrical tape will only serve as a moisture barrier, not a strain relief. Once dried and cool, the glue will serve as a moisture barrier and as strain relief. RG-58 is a very durable cable. If your cable is subject to a lot of bending you might want to consider using a stranded core instead of a solid core.
Most important of all, don't use your antennae as a carrying handle for your radios. I replace more antenna connectors than anything else on radio systems.
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