KX3 finally on order

[Jim Sheldon]

Finally got my KX3 kit on order.  Talked with April @ Elecraft this morning to confirm things.  Going to be a kit with the ATU, Roofing Filter, Paddles and the MH3 microphone which won't get used much except on 6 meters, but needs to be in the bugout kit anyway.

Found a really nice looking, bright yellow, lockable, (padlock loops) waterproof case that will be large enough to hold the KX3 and the microphone plus a few cables from the Marlin P. Jones ( www.mpja.com ) company down in Florida.  $17.95 plus shipping and they had 400+ left according to their website when I ordered mine.  Their part number is 17813 BX and the complete website address for it is http://www.mpja.com/10-09-12.asp?r=203963&s=22  in case anyone is interested.  

Jim - W0EB


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[Mark / Tatiana Gilstrap]

Along the same lines..., this is what I bought for primary containment of this hot radioactive device.  
http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Plano_Guide_Guide_Series_Waterproof_Case_1460/descpage-PL1460.html

I wrap the KX3 in bubblewrap and place it somewhat diagonally in the box with the right-angle antenna connector sitting in a void  and held in that configuration by filling other space with the MH3.  The rubber peices that come with the box are sticky-soft and hold everything tightly in place with very little compression on the bubble wrap.   It is gas-tight as well.  

This box and a few other containers (for cables, headset. various connectors, meter and an antenna analyzer (which I don't need because the KX3 will match anything it seems)   all go into an Igloo ice chest for easy carrying - with room to spare for additional items.  http://www.walmart.com/ip/Coleman-Premium-28QT/13848709

When I need my 23 AH Lifeline battery (also runs my CPAP machine) for camping, I carry it in this http://www.igloo-store.com/product_detail.asp?T1=IGL+PLAYMATE+MINI&trk_src_ss=IGLPAYPCWEBMACSS&kw=igloo%20playmate%20mini carrying case ($9 from WM)   I cushion and hold the battery in place with strips cut from rigid foam pipe insulation)  I just purchased an APP chassis connector to install in the cover.   The handle makes such a dense battery quite manageable.

Mark
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---- Jim Sheldon <[hidden email]> wrote:

> Found a really nice looking, bright yellow, lockable, (padlock loops) waterproof case that will be large enough to hold the KX3 and the microphone plus a few cables from the Marlin P. Jones ( www.mpja.com ) company down in Florida.  $17.95 plus shipping and they had 400+ left according to their website when I ordered mine.  Their part number is 17813 BX and the complete website address for it is http://www.mpja.com/10-09-12.asp?r=203963&s=22  in case anyone is interested.  
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> Jim - W0EB
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