No, you don't need the XG2. I operated my K3 for a year, no problem, before getting one. Actually, I posted a WTB request here on the list for the older, cheaper XG1.
It is nice to have a XG1/XG2, to calibrate your S-meter exactly and check the minimum signal capability of your K3, but it's not necessary by any means. BTW, a magnetic screwdriver really speeds the build. Also, I din't bother doing an inventory of all the screws and washers-- a waste of time, in my opinion. I just dumped them all into a shallow pan and picked them out as they were called for . Only make sure you can differentiate between similar size screws if you go this route. 73, Drew AF2Z On Wed, 24 Mar 2010 06:28:13 -0500, K5OAI Sam Morgan wrote: >Fred Atchley wrote: >> Oops. Mike I meant to say get an XG2 3-Band 1-uV/50 -uV Receiver Test Osc, >> >so, am I going to need to order this XG2 also, >so I can build the K3 I intend to order later today? >Just the K3 it's self is going to break the bank for me. >Will I have to wait until I am able to afford the XG2, >just to be able to finish the build and put it on the air? ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected] This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
