Don, the thumbscrews I referred to relate to the MFJ-259B, not the KX3.
Sorry for the confusion. There's no problem with the KX3. I observed
that the antenna analyzer spends most of its life sitting on a shelf and
that means batteries can be forgotten about more easily. I thought it
would be worthwhile to replace the two Phillips studs with a KX3-like
thumbscrew. That would provide a little faster and easier
removal/reinstallation of the access panel and encourage safer battery
habits.
I know you use rechargeables and keep it on a sustainer. But for those,
like me, who prefer not to do that, thumbscrews offer another solution.
It's amazing how the need for a small screwdriver can present such an
(psychological?) obstacle to good judgement ;)
73, Stan WB2LQF.
On Thu, Nov 29, 2012 at 11:22 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
I do not understand the need for all this commotion. My KX3 has two
thumbscrews on each end. Loosen all 4 and the 2 halves are easily
separated. Remove or insert batteries and then reassemble. No new
screws needed, they are supplied as part of the stock assembly.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 11/29/2012 11:11 PM, [email protected] wrote:
I think I'll locate - or fabricate- some thumbscrews (like the KXPD3)
so I can more rapidly remove the access cover and lessen the
temptation to leave cells in there.
73, Stan WB2LQF
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