Brad, I kinda hacked up my computer with a too big welding iron but did not destroy it thank God. I bought a Weller soldering station and am willing to give it another shot on my existing computer, but I want to find a replacement computer for my vehicle VIN# first. Go to the Electrical and Wiring subforum here and ask those guys, they are very helpful and very knowledgeable.
Electrical Systems/Wiring - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums Let me know and the others know how it works out for you.