[Elecraft] k-3 kit info

[Robert Harmon]

I agree 100% with Don.
I might add that everything fits together perfectly.  Elecraft has 
done a super job on the precision they have maintained in manufacturing
the case assemblies.  Everything goes together extremely well !

Bob
K6UJ




On Dec 16, 2010, at 6:31 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:

>  Tony,
> 
> I would rate it as a "wading pool kit" compared to most other ham radio 
> kits.  No soldering except for the power cable APP connector (buy the 
> factory assembled cable if that gives you trouble).
> 
> It does mean that you must be able to insert screws and plug boards into 
> sockets properly which does require a certain amount of manual 
> dexterity.  The "properly" requires that you be able to follow the 
> written instructions - in the order written from start to finish.  The 
> manual is quite clear for most people.  If you think you do not 
> understand a step, please ask here, you will usually get a response in a 
> short time (sometimes only minutes) in an attempt to provide assistance.
> 
> Equip yourself with an anti-static mat with wrist strap, and a good, new 
> #1 Phillips screwdriver (el-cheapo screwdrivers are junk IMHO even when 
> new) so that you do not static-zap the circuit boards and can drive the 
> screws without damaging the screwheads.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> On 12/16/2010 9:11 PM, tony rowland wrote:
>> am new to ham and to kit building. is the k-3 kit a deep end of the pool kit or can us wading pool types get our feet wet with it?
>> s/ tony rowland
>> 
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