[Elecraft] KXPD3 long screw...

EricJ eric_csuf at hotmail.com
Fri May 20 14:32:05 EDT 2016


It helps to thread a nut onto a screw before you cut the end off. When 
you are done cutting and filing, removing the nut acts to "chase" the 
threads and clean them up a little.

Eric KE6US


On 5/20/2016 5:53 AM, Tom Crayner wrote:
> I found a good pair of side-cutters with a quick filing and I can't tell
> the difference between the two screws under a magnifying glass, just stay
> clear of the threads so you don't damage them. (wear your safety glasses
>   :-)  )
>
> I took the screw out of the keyer to avoid damaging it while performing
> this alteration.
>
> YMMV, but you can always order the screw if you have an epic fail.
>
> Tom, W2YF
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