[Elecraft] K3 Erratic output power

[Wes Stewart]

Has anyone come up with a permanent fix for the erratic output power problem?  I'm not talking about the 100W PA issue, but the issue "solved" (temporarily) by loosening and re-tightening the screws in the metal standoff on the output board near the coax connector.

According to Murphy's Law, mine failed during the DX contest and the chase for TX5K QSOs.  The screw technique worked for awhile but then I had to resort to tapping on the top of the case near the connector.

Maybe Elecraft can offer an optional hammer to be used for this purpose?  (K3HAMMMER?)