[Elecraft] [K2] how much harder to build: K2 vs K1?

[Don Wilhelm]

LS,

All kits go together the same way, 1 part at a time.
The K2 has more parts, but there are interim checks that tell you that 
"all is OK".

Any kit has two requirements - 1)  that you can do a good job of 
soldering - see the soldering tutorial on the Elecraft website if you 
have any questions about your ability.  2) that you can follow written 
instructions.  Do not skip, work from the beginning of the manual to the 
end.

Those same cautions apply to the K1 or the K2 or to any kit.  If your 
desire is for the K2, then go for it.  Resist the temptation to work 
when you are tired, inventory the components before building a section, 
and make sure the parts do not 'jump' into the wrong holes, and the 
result will be a great working radio.

73,
Don W3FPR

lstavenhagen wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> I'm considering building a K2, but here's my situation. I'd be a first-time
> kit builder, I've never had the opportunity to build and the K2 looks like
> it'd be great fun and a great learning experience. The K1 sounds like it's
> the better choice for a first-time build, but the K2 matches what I need in
> a radio a lot better.
>
> So I guess my general question is, how much harder would a K2 be to build
> over a K1? I.e. what are the "gotchas" with the K2 for a novice builder that
> aren't in a K1?
>
> I know this is kind of vague, but that's the only way I can think of to ask
> the question. I think I'd still do OK if I took my time and got good tools
> (I just ordered the recommended weller soldering station).
>
> Thanks,
> LS
> W5QD 
>   
>