I have reworked many like this, and the comments already offered regarding
cost analysis are important to consider.  Also verify that the components
involved can take the heat cycle of the rework, or else replace them.
Kathy's comment about x-ray for SOIC's etc. was right on the mark.  Little
slivers of solder bridging under those parts can be nearly impossible to see.

Jon Moore

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