[Elecraft] KBPF3 mod kit

[Don Wilhelm]

Ted,

On the battery replacement, it is easy, bu consider whether you really 
use the real time clock on the K3 - keeping the clock going during power 
down is its only use.  If you do not use the internal clock, then do not 
bother.

When you have the K3 open, it is an opportune time to replace it, but 
those batteries last a long time in an application when it is only 
keeping the clock chip active (as is the case in the K3).

Compare it to the battery in a computer which does the same function. 
How many times have you had to change the battery in your computer?

73,
Don W3FPR

On 3/13/2017 5:11 PM, Dauer, Edward wrote:
> I just ordered the KIO3B and a KBPF3 mod kit for the K3.  The process of installing the KBPF3 mod provides access to the small battery under the plastic protective cover.  The K3 is about five years old.  Would it be worth replacing that battery while I am in there, or do they last essentially forever?  The mod will also require removing the Sub Rx.  As I remember, that was the most frustrating part of the original build.  I would appreciate any tips on how to remove and – especially – replace the Sub Rx with a minimum of cussing.  Would removing the right side panel help, or would that just complicate things?
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