[Elecraft] maximizing useful K1 VFO range

[Morrow, Michael A.]

> From SP5DDJ:
> 
> I do regret that I made a choice of 80 kHz instead of 150 
> kHz, especially on 15m band.

I find that the only disadvantages to the 170 kHz range are precise dial
adjustment and keeping the dial exactly on frequency when letting go of the
dial.  All such problems vanished after I put a piece of felt between the
panel and the VFO knob.  The resulting slight resistance to rotation was a
great improvement.

I find the activity in the old 40m novice band alone to be well worth using
the 170 kHz option on the K1.

73,
Mike / KK5F