[1000mp] Inrad or W8JI Key click mod?

[1000mp@mailman.qth.net]

Chuck, KR6C wrote:

"Im going to perform the key-click mod to my new Mk-V Field.  I noticed
theres two different versions, Inrad's and W8JI's.  Whats the difference
besides cost ? (would assume W8JI's is a little cheaper). Which one's
easier to install or are they basically the same?"
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I first did the INRAD "Keying Improvement" mod to my MP and it reduced
the clicks from +/- 2.1 kHz to +/- 800 Hz.  Then I did the W8JI click mod
and that reduced the clicks to +/- 300 Hz.

Part of each mod is identical, so is was relatively easy for me to
convert from the INRAD mod to the W8JI mod.  The W8JI mod requires a few
additional components which I was able to buy at an electronic parts
store in L.A.

Info on the InRad keying improvement mod for the FT-1000MP/Mk V can be
obtained from:
 
          http://www.qth.com/inrad/
 
Info on the W8JI key click mod for the FT-1000MP/Mk V can be obtained
from:
 
          http://www.w8ji.com/Click/3653

73, de Earl, K6SE