[Elecraft] Q: Building the K2

[Don Wilhelm]

Jean-Francois,

Yes there is one 'tool' that is assumed for the alignment steps, and that is
a dummy load.  Every hamshack should have one.  If you don't have one
already, I suggest the Elecraft DL1.

Other than that, a temperature controlled soldering iron, small cutters
(flush preferred), long nose pliers, #1 Phillips screwdriver, small
flat-blade screwdriver, and a DMM will get the job done.  You may also want
some type of magnifying device to read the small markings on the capacitors,
and soldering inspection.  De-soldering devices are handy if you get
something in the wrong place, but are not necessary for the K2 build if you
make no mistakes.  Use small diameter solder to control the amount applied
easily - I recommend .020 inch diameter.

With the K2, as with any kit, take your time and understand the instructions
(and follow them), and you will get the job done.  The K2 has a lot of
parts, but IMHO, it is the easiest kit of all the Elecraft transceivers - it
goes together one part at a time.

73,
Don W3FPR


> -----Original Message-----
>
> I will be passing my morse code exam soon and I was looking for the best
> radio to start with for CW. Up to now I'm pretty sure I will go
> with the K2.
>
>
> I just wanted to know if any special tools are required to
> complete the kit?
> I'm aware of what they say in the advertisement... But still, once I
> bought an OHR100 kit, claiming that no special tools were required, but at
> the end of the alignement stage, they *assumed* you already had another
> transceiver as your main rig to tune the OHR. Is this the case
> with the K2?
>
> Thanks,
> Jean-Francois
> VA2JFJ
>