[Elecraft] K2 Tuning Knob - FT100

[Sean Baxter]

As a CW and SSB user I noticed going from one end of the band (40m initial
alignment) to the other with the K2 tuning knob was less than graceful.  I
decided to try the suggestion of buying the FT-100 knob.  Boy what a
difference, the size of the knob is the same size as the stock knob but
looks and feels a lot better - soft rubber shell.  You can now use just your
index finger to quickly turn the tuning knob from one end of the band to the
other.  I got it within 2 days and it cost $16 US, well worth it.  I suspect
you CW only guys that stick to the low end of the bands this is not a big
deal.

Just use a pair of needlenose pliers to break off the small plastic pin
within the shaft of the FT-100 knob and it fits perfectly onto the K2 tuning
shaft.  You need a 1.5 mm hex wrench to tighten the FT-100 knob.

You can see what it looks like by going to the Picture Gallery of Elecraft's
website - EA3DLV picture.

Sean - K3XT
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