[Elecraft] Adding options later for the K3

[drewko]

No, you don't need the XG2. I operated my K3 for a year, no problem,
before getting one. Actually, I posted a WTB request here on the list
for the older, cheaper XG1. 

It is nice to have a XG1/XG2, to calibrate your S-meter exactly and
check the minimum signal capability of your K3, but it's not necessary
by any means.

BTW, a magnetic screwdriver really speeds the build. Also, I din't
bother doing an inventory of all the screws and washers-- a waste of
time, in my opinion. I just dumped them all into a shallow pan and
picked them out as they were called for . Only make sure you can
differentiate between similar size screws if you go this route.

73,
Drew
AF2Z


On Wed, 24 Mar 2010 06:28:13 -0500, K5OAI Sam Morgan wrote:

>Fred Atchley wrote:
>> Oops. Mike I meant to say get an XG2 3-Band 1-uV/50 -uV Receiver Test Osc,
>> 
>so, am I going to need to order this XG2 also,
>so I can build the K3 I intend to order later today?
>Just the K3 it's self is going to break the bank for me.
>Will I have to wait until I am able to afford the XG2,
>just to be able to finish the build and put it on the air?