Dennis,
That change of encoders occurred well into the 7000 serial numbers.
If the knob does not wobble (or bind), then the encoder shaft is not
bent, but I suggest replacing the front panel metalwork since that is
most likely what is bent.
Do subject the remainder of the K2 to a thorough checkout, it is unknown
what other damage may have occurred. Damage to the electronics is not
likely (solid state devices are not fragile like vacuum tubes), but it
is worthy of a good checkout before signing off on any damage papers.
Check for physical damage to any of the other enclosure parts - bottom
panel, side panels, rear panel (heat sink), and top cover. If the
enclosure parts do not align with minimal clearance, then something is
wrong.
The most vulnerable parts are on the Front Panel and the Rear Panel, so
check the BNC connectors on the rear as well.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 12/3/2012 10:04 PM, Dennis Moore wrote:
Thanks everybody for the replies. I've got some ideas on what to do if
UPS wants repair estimates. Toying around with it, I was able to
straighten the encoder shaft. Don't know if I was shifting the
position of the encoder within the case or the shaft in the encoder,
but at any rate it now appears straight, turns smoothly and doesn't
seem to have any tuning errors. Not loose or wobbly at all. When I get
in to the front panel I'll see where it was bent.
Yeah, you'll say I should have left it alone until after UPS looks at
it but I'm a tinkerer and want to get this radio on the air. If I can
get by with just replacing the AF and RF gain pots then that's what
I'll do. They need to be replaced but they work if I adjust them just
right. Touchy settings.
Don mentioned offline that the K2 encoder changed to the same style as
used in the K3, when did that change occur? This K2 is #5711.
73, Dennis NJ6G
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