I'm a pcb designer.  I have a customer that needs the option of using either
a .3 wide or .4 wide 32 pin j-leaded part in the same location.

These are only prototype boards and small quantity.  Probably won't be reflowed.

Question:

In order to accomodate both parts the footprint is going to be extra long.
What problems will be encountered soldering the part to the board?  Will the
solder wickup onto the j-lead properly?

Any suggestions?

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