[Elecraft] K3 Tuning Knob (was: K3 Tops the List!)

[Barry N1EU]

I'm glad I stirred the pot just a little because I forgot about that extra
mysterious felt washer that was left over from the kit build.  For the heck
of it, I installed the second washer and YES!  The damping is much smoother
now.  So, free spinners might prefer one felt washer, but dampers might want
to try the second washer if they're not happy with the "drag" results with
one washer.

Whoopee!

73,
Barry N1EU



Bill W4ZV wrote:
> 
> 
> Regarding the Main VFO knob, when I finished my unit I found I had a felt
> washer left over.  Re-read the instructions and found I only installed one
> washer...oops!  However, my knob action is silky smooth, spins freely and
> yet has positive action and never counter-rotates when it stops.  That's
> exactly how I like it so I'm not adding the second washer.  Others may
> want more friction but this is perfect for me.  
> 
> 73,  Bill  W4ZV
> 

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