[Elecraft] building a K-2 compared to HW-9

[Jeff Kinzli]

I agree with Arie, the K2 is not a technically challenging build. The
fact that the build is broken up into many smaller steps really helps
make it easy to sit down, work on it for a couple hours, then go and
do something else.

The engineering that went into this, and attention to detail, is superb.

Lastly, the support here on this reflector is second to none, everyone
is extremely helpful and there's a wide range of knowledge here.

The only thing you need to build this kit is a very elemental
electronics knowledge (identifying parts, mostly), some basic
soldering skills (a quality soldering station will help immensely, as
will decent fine tips), and attention to details.

You'll enjoy it!

Jeff KA6LAF

On 2/19/07, Arie Kleingeld PA3A <pa3a at hccnet.nl> wrote:
> Chris,
>
> I have built a HW8 (30 yrs ago), a K2 (2006) and several other kits and
> projects during my ham life.
> The K2 is just as easy to build as a HW8. Just follow the instructions
> and take your time. As for engineering, I was most impressed by the K2
> kit. No long wire cables atc.
> I loved building the K2 and it was just as easy to align as the HW8.
>
> Building is smooth and I say it again, take your time, don't be hasty,
> check every box on the page of the manual after you have done something.
> Checking the box on the page will take your eyes off the K2 for a moment
> and that really helped me to avoid mistakes. Also, if you have patience,
> you will be rewarded. If you go to fast, you will make mistakes.
>
> Good luck.
>
> 73
> Arie PA3A
>
>
>
> -----Oorspronkelijk bericht-----
> Van: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net
> [mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] Namens Chip Hood
> Verzonden: maandag 19 februari 2007 14:33
> Aan: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
> Onderwerp: [Elecraft] building a K-2 compared to HW-9
>
>
> I am trying to get a feel for the difficulty to build a K-2 (w/SSB and
> tuner options) compared to a Heathkit HW-9:  difficulty, time to
> complete, troubleshooting, etc.
>
> My last kit was a good while back - an HW-9 with band pack.  I'd like to
> build the K-2 myself but don't want to bite off more than I can handle
> or have time to complete.
>
> Thanks for any input.
>
> 73,  KM4AF -- Chip
>
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