Andrea wrote: This is my first kit and first big project, so my comments should be taken with a grain of salt. However, I try to follow the instructions very very closely (I've actually read them back-to-back once before even getting the package!) and I'm pleased to hear my little contribution will further improve an already awesome manual.
----------- As a writer I never object to comments about stumbling points in the instructions. The one you tripped over was something I should have brought it to Wayne's attention. Our objective with the Elecraft kits is that they be buildable by anyone who can solder, follow instructions and do basic electrical measurements such as resistance and voltage. An instruction for something to be "...about x mA..." is never good and the worst place to put it is in a manual that will be used by someone who doesn't have a lot of experience with the circuits used in the radio. So I really appreciate your pointing it out. About the yellow vs. orange color coding, I don't know if Elecraft even stocks a 3.7 uH inductor in that size. If they do, I guess it's possible there was a switch. And, yes, I know that some of the colors being used today are not the best. Don mentioned that earlier in a post here. We used to see big stripes or round dots of bright unmistakable colors, but lately I get the feeling that those choosing color-coding paints for some companies are trying to make a fashion statement, not communicate a parts value! I'd say you have a 99% chance of having the right part already. You might drop a question about whether it could be an error to either "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" (Gary) or "[EMAIL PROTECTED]". The latter e-mail address is strictly for ordering parts, but they might be able to clarify whether it is even possible that you got the wrong part based on what they carry in stock. Ron AC7AC _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [email protected] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
