a123 cell damage .. salvageable?

[suicideneil]

Is it just me, or does the idea of not soldering the cells together sound slightly odd. I see in the PDF diagram they are clamped together from either end, but it still doesnt sounds as 'solid' electrically speaking as soldered together cells does? Maybe I worry too much.

Final thought: I know Im on RCM when the even the Mods swear- such a more casual attitude its refreshing & thoroughly entertaining!.....