Back in late 2000, the K2 was my first kit ever! Since then, I've built an SST,
DSW, a couple DSWII's, SMK-1, and a couple other little kits. I Didn't think
the K2 was too hard to build. The instructions were very clear and the step by
step was easy to follow. I took my time and made sure everything was installed
correctly and doing the testing alignment steps along the way. I spent an hour
or two daily (and slowly) and took me about 30 days to complete. It worked
great! I had the K2, Internal tuner, NB, Internal Battery, 160, and the SSB. I
think that was everything available at the time and didn't add more too it. I
sold it a few years ago but recently got the itch to build again and recently
got the K1. Also enjoyable to build.
If you take your time, the Elecraft kits will work out. Just look at what your
budget is, and want you want out of your radio and purchase accordingly.
Good luck with your build and enjoy your new rig.
Dan
W4ABN
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Hi all,
I'm considering building a K2, but here's my situation. I'd be a first-time kit
builder, I've never had the opportunity to build and the K2 looks like it'd be
great fun and a great learning experience. The K1 sounds like it's the better
choice for a first-time build, but the K2 matches what I need in a radio a lot
better.
So I guess my general question is, how much harder would a K2 be to build over
a K1? I.e. what are the "gotchas" with the K2 for a novice builder that aren't
in a K1?
I know this is kind of vague, but that's the only way I can think of to ask the
question. I think I'd still do OK if I took my time and got good tools (I just
ordered the recommended weller soldering station).
Thanks,
LS
W5QD
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