Intermittent SOS error, radio off or stuck in gsm mode

Hi guys, been lurking the forums since I got my curve but never really posted. I have done tons of searches on crackberry, google, and support forums but no real answer yet.
I have an 8310 from AT&T but it is unlocked and being used with Rogers complete with data and BB services. Current firmware is 4.5.0.163 (257) from vodafone (updated last week or so)
Previously the phone would be stuck in SOS mode for unknown periods of time. To resolve the problem I would go to "manage connections" and turn on/off the connection and hope it will work again. Other times I would hit the phone leg or the desk and do a battery pull (quick pull lite), sometimes it will work again. I took apart the phone and the antenna contacts do not look as good as they could. Signs of wear on the antenna as well as the contacts on the board. Some of the copper has worn off the contacts.
I swapped chassis with another 8310 I had laying around with a broken usb port. The problem went away and I assumed it was fixed. Just last night the phone went into GSM mode again. I did the same steps I had mentioned before and it started to work again.
I have also tried registering the "host tables" and manually setting the mobile network.I have another chassis and antenna on order as we speak.
I also plan to apply a thin layer of solder to the contacts on the main board (the part that touches the antenna).I was wondering if anyone has any other troubleshooting tips for advice for me.
I love this curve and I really don't want to change to another modelAny tips or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Message Edited by BlackCRX on 10-04-2009 05:14 PM

Welcome to the forums
Here is some info on the SOS error: http://www.blackberry.com/btsc/KB03448
If you have faulty SIM card, your provider should replace it for you at no cost (usually). Other hardware problems cannot be fixed unless you are an electrical wizz and know what you are doing...getting a replacement would be your best bet if this is the case.
Hope the info helps. Keep us posted!
Kijana
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