David Toepfer wrote: > i was wondering if there are any opinions on using q-dope on torroids for my k1 > that is coming. Yes, don't do it. The turns stay in place well enough, there's nothing to absorb moisture, and the Q-dope will prevent you from adjusting them if necessary. -- 73, Vic, K2VCO Fresno CA http://www.qsl.net/k2vco