[Elecraft] Here we go ... stupid newbie questions ...

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Darwin, Keith wrote:
> Hey guys,
>  
> I've been QRT for several years and am getting back into the hobby.  I'm
> interested in a K2 with only a few options (SSB, NB, 100, DSP).  Do I
> need to get them all at once or can I build a basic radio and add the
> options at a later time (I assume I can).

Yes

>  
> Can the 100 watt PA go into a separate enclosure and serve as a linear?
> I think I've heard of folks combining the 100 watt PA and the 100 watt
> ATU into a single box to make a nifty pair of base station boots.
Yes

>  
> How often do used K2 rigs come up for sale?  Do they usually fetch more
> than kit price or less?

Fairly frequently. There is one on that unameable auction place right 
now (K2/100)

>  
> How does K2 compare to the TenTec Argonaut V?

Performance wise, the K2 runs rings around the Argo V (I have both). See 
http://w2agn.net/argoV.html

>  
> 73!
>  

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