> 2. Are there any custom ICs or other esoteric parts on the K3 that might > limit its ultimate future repair life? I have already had an old Icom 756 be > judged passed repair do to the in-availability of a few needed ICs.
There are no custom ICs. There is a custom LCD display, and of course the cabinetry and knobs. > 3. Is the kit difficult to put together? I have done a few easier kits, > such as the Norcal40A and a few other small things of easier effort. This is a "no soldering" kit. You do have to assemble the power cable, and if you lack a Powerpole crimper then you have to either solder it or order an assembled power cable. 73, Lyle KK7P ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html