[Elecraft] New to K2

[Steve.Lawrence@ITWFEG.COM]

While this would be doable, I believe it would be somewhat frustrating. 
You could not test the options until the K2 is built.  By themselves, the 
options are just collections of parts on circuit boards with no use even 
elsewhere.  True, you would get lots of practice soldering, etc.  But even 
some of the option instructions assume you have access to and have built 
the K2.  For example, parts identification details, toroid winding 
instructions, etc. is in the primary K2 manual, and minimal in the options 
instructions.  You could download the K2 manual for study, however...

Why not "save up" the $$ you would spend on options for several months to 
purchase the basic K2?  Then you'd have a nice, usable radio to be enjoyed 
while you save again for the options?

Just a thought... but I know, sometimes you have to do what you have to 
do!  Congratulations on the new harmonic!

GL, 
Steve
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"Damon Wascom" <kc5cqw@excite.com>
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     My YL has decided to grant me my wish of a K2. However, funding is 
short (harmonic on the way). My idea is to get and build the options, one 
at a time each month. Once that is done we'll see what it will take out of 
the bank to get the main unit. 
     I beleave this method will keep me on track with "savoring the 
moment" and taking my time with the building. I'm guessing I'll be ready 
for the BIG one around winter. 
     Has anyone else built theirs like this? I was wondering other 
builders might have for advice on this subject.

                                        tnx and 73's Damon KC5CQW