They are thin wires, couldn't feel anything.
Yes, have everything I'd ever need to solder something.
Popped out at lunch and picked up the loan lead
So I'll try that tonight, if it works I'll cut out 50mm or so of where the kink is and solder a wire in to take it's place.
Checked out the cost of the part here.
About $40US which is fine if I go that way.
But 3 weeks indent ex Japan, it's a non stock item for New Zealand lol
I'll let you know tomorrow.