g7vjr wrote:
>
> Ambient temperatures were 35C daytime, 25C night and we were right by the
> ocean. On returning to England I can see that the salty, humid air has
> done some damage to the K3, and caused the black case screws to rust. I am
> planning to change these for stainless steel screws and do a full health
> check inside and out on the whole radio. Anyone else got this problem or
> any suggestions?
>
Thanks to Bob MD0CCE for his efforts on Topband! He made quite a few guys
happy in spite of the seasonal QRN at this time of the year.
I haven't tried these myself but found the following on McMaster-Carr's
website:
http://www.mcmaster.com/#96640a054/=20zftu
P/N 96640A054
18-8 SS (Stainless Steel) Flat Head Phillips Machine Screw Black-Oxide
Finish, 4-40 Thread, 1/4" Length, Packs of 100
$3.59 Pack
The standard Elecraft screws are 3/16" but I believe these 1/4" might work
(someone else please comment if not). Unfortunately the Black-Oxide finish
is not available in 3/16" stainless. If these will work, hopefully Elecraft
might offer them in a small quantity as spare parts.
73, Bill
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