[Elecraft] K1 smoother tuning

2009-01-21 Thread Neal
Well, maybe smoother tuning is not the best description. I built my K1 with the 80kHz tuning range option. With time, I found it was a little touchy. Not wishing to go to a narrower tuning range, I sought another answer. The solution was a weighted, K2 knob and two felt washers. Given the

Re: [Elecraft] K1 smoother tuning

2009-01-21 Thread Rick Dettinger
I did the same thing with my K1. I had to ream the 6mm hole out to 0.25 in. Somewhat tricky. I used a drillpress with a Dremel tool bit. I like the result. I think the K1 knob is weighted also, but I like the larger diameter. 73 Rick Dettinger K7MW On Jan 21, 2009, at 4:17 PM, Neal