[Elecraft] K2 Purchase - opinions?

[Don Wilhelm]

John,

Order all the options at the same time (the KAT2 and KIO2 can wait if 
you want, they fit into the top cover, no board headers are added). 
That way you can install the option headers and other parts when you are 
instructed to do that during the K2 build (yes it is late in the 
process).  You will have the needed headers on hand (in the option 
packages) when the time comes.

73,
Don W3FPR

John Hoaglun wrote:
> Hello to the reflector,
> 
> I am getting ready to order my K2 system and wanted to run some ideas
> across the group first.
> 
> 1. I am looking to build a K2 for QRP operations like Field Day, FYBO,
> and StewPerry.
> 2. The K2 will end up becoming the 28mhz IF for my existing
> transverters once the system is complete. (Historically I am more
> active on VHF/UHF/Microwaves than on HF.)
> 
> With that being said here is the plan that I am thinking about using.
> Phase 1:  K2, KSB2, and KAT2
> Phase 2:  KIO2, K60XV, K160RX
> 
> Does that plan of attack make sense? It will take me a while to find
> the time to get the basic HF rig completed so I don't see any reason
> to order the other kits until the base is complete.
> 
> Thoughts?  Any gotch ya's  that I should be aware of with a plan like this?
> 
> I would like to place my order this week. :-)
> 
> Thanks, JH
>