Re: [Elecraft] Tricks to K3 assembly (WAS: Prospective K3 Owner)
After knocking over a muffin tin full of parts more than once, I've discovered what works best for me are little reclosable (Ziploc) bags. The ones I like best are called 'snack bags' and are about 1/2 the size of a regular sandwich bag (6.5" wide x 3.25" high). There's plenty of room, they're see-thru, reusable, and if you knock one off the bench most of the parts stay in even if it's not sealed. A box of 100 are less than $3. 73 -- Joe KB8AP On Aug 26, 2008, at 6:40 PM, Lee Buller wrote: I do not like egg cartons or muffin tins. These are to big for my work space. I like plastic ice cube trays. Dollar Store Cheap...many slots...can make ice after the build. Lee K0WA ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Tricks to K3 assembly (WAS: Prospective K3 Owner)
I use 3 oz. paper cups to keep small parts in. I can move the one I am using to the "front" and as they get emptied, I can remove them from the work bench. Rick Dettinger K7MW On Aug 26, 2008, at 6:40 PM, Lee Buller wrote: I do not like egg cartons or muffin tins. These are to big for my work space. I like plastic ice cube trays. Dollar Store Cheap...many slots...can make ice after the build. Lee K0WA ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Tricks to K3 assembly (WAS: Prospective K3 Owner)
I do not like egg cartons or muffin tins. These are to big for my work space. I like plastic ice cube trays. Dollar Store Cheap...many slots...can make ice after the build. Lee K0WA ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Tricks to K3 assembly (WAS: Prospective K3 Owner)
Measure twice, assemble once! Magnetic screwdrivere is a good idea, too. Receive Notifications of Incoming Messages Easily monitor multiple email accounts & access them with a click. Visit http://www.inbox.com/notifier and check it out! ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Tricks to K3 assembly (WAS: Prospective K3 Owner)
I just received and built my K3/100 in the last week and overall it is a very easy build especially compared to the K2 which is a true stuff-board-and-solder kit. I very much echo those above that used egg cartons or some other container to separate the zillions of screws, nuts and washers. It takes a little time in the beginning but saves a lot during the actual build. Have as much room as possible as you will have a lot of pieces laying around waiting to be installed and plenty of light too. A magnetic screwdriver is a must as some of the screw locations can be tight. Use an anti-static mat and wristband if at all possible as zapping one of the boards would not be a good thing. Don't drink too much beer - it can spill and make vision blurry %-| Take your time and have fun. It's a fantastic rig. Now if I can only figure out what all those buttons and controls do.. 73, Bill NZ0T ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Prospective-K3-Owner-tp785159p785734.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Tricks to K3 assembly (WAS: Prospective K3 Owner)
My useful tool addition was merely a set of fine tweezers. I've got fat fingers at times (arthritis) and tweezers helped getting washers and screws into position numerous times. Otherwise my k3/10 assembly was completely without issues. I've previously built an ATS3, K2 and other miscellaneous gear and I completely enjoyed putting the K3 together. And operating it thus far has been a joy. 73 jim ab3cv ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Tricks to K3 assembly (WAS: Prospective K3 Owner)
One reason for the ever-present errata sent out with the manuals is that we're constantly monitoring feedback from builders and updating the assembly procedures accordingly. A quick scan of the link below shows all of the more significant items on the list are now a part of the current Rev. E K3 Assembly Manual. Be especially careful to use the right hardware everywhere. Some spare hardware is included because hardware has a wonderful ability to go hide at just the wrong time, but using the right size hardware is critical in some places. For example, using too-long screws for the plastic bezel around the LCD will break the LCD! The biggest and most important "trick" is to take your time. The check boxes are there for a reason. Check off *each* step after doing it *and* double-checking that you did everything in the step using the right hardware. One of the biggest difficulties people get into is skipping a step, then not finding out about it until they have invested considerable time troubleshooting after they thought they were done :-( Build your K3 just like you might handle old dynamite. Work slowly. Work carefully. Don't drop things :-) Ron AC7AC -Original Message- Joe G wrote: > > >- Are there any "tricks" at any stage of the assembly that anyone > has uncovered > > http://www.zerobeat.net/mediawiki/index.php/K3_Kit_Building 73, Barry N1EU -- ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
