Denny that is cool! What's chances I could get you to build one for me? I would also like to see some photos!
72, Bill K9YEQ K2 #35, K2 # 5279, KX1 #35, Mini Modules, etc. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] First, I made a round sleeve to protect the tuning knob and a U-shaped piece for over the other knobs out of thin cardboard, taping them into place with that blue tape that painters use. Then I cut holes for the switches in a thicker piece and taped it over them. Next, I carefully, but not tightly, wrapped two layers of plastic wrap around the rig & taped it together on the bottom. I applied a paper towel over that, taping it on the bottom, and snuggly wrapped the whole thing in aluminum foil with the seams at the bottom. Next, following the kit's directions, I applied two layers of fiberglass to the top & down the sides, holding it tight, especially in the corners, with about a dozen rubber bands. I let it hang straight down from the antenna connector, though. After it dried, I carefully removed everything, pulling excess foil from inside the cover (I actually used etchant to remove all the foil, but it's not necessary), and trimmed it so it would extend about ¾ way down the sides. I trimmed it up around where the earphone plug would be though, so I could leave the phones plugged in, if desired. The trimming left some rough edges, so I mixed up another small amount of epoxy and sealed everything. After the cover was completely dry, I cut out & applied pieces of stick-on felt to the inside corners & several other spots, which keeps the rig from being scratched & creates a snug fit. The end result - I'm able to carry my KX1 in about anything it will fit in, and the only abuse the controls get is from me using them. Denny Payton N9JXY _______________________________________________ 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
