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Review Summary For : Elecraft Repair & Alignment by W3DVX
Reviews: 133MSRP: 95/hr. Const: contact for quote
Description:
Williamsport, PA. W3DVX since 1955; Amateur Extra since 1957. Built dozens of Heathkits and many K2s. Electrical Engineer (computer h/w & s/w).In addition to building new kits, will finish kits for you if you need help. Repair of legacy Elecraft K1, K2, and especially K3/K3S products. Reasonable rates and quick turn-around. Satisfaction guaranteed.
Product is in production
More Info: http://WilcoxEngineering.com
# last 180 days Avg. Rating last 180 days Total reviews Avg. overall rating
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K4GDR Rating: 2010-03-01
Outstanding Service Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Alan completed a K1 that I started ... I simply ran out of time and also did not have some of the test equipment i needed to finish the job properly. I had the completed radio, working perfectly, in less than two weeks! He also sent pictures during the build to keep me abreast of his progress -- very nice touch.

Using Alan's services was a very pleasant experience. I recommend him without reservation.

Bill
W0NBU Rating: 2010-02-27
Excellent Sevice Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Alan promptly diagnosed my construction errors and returned a fully operational K-1.
His gentle explanation of my errors made it an enjoyable and educational experience.
Knowing that Alan is willing to provide such professional and gracious help urges one on to greater ventures.
KI6EQW Rating: 2010-02-06
K2 tune up, and upgrades Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I found Alan on eHam. I had purchased a previously constructed K2, and the 160 M kit, and the Noise Blanker kit. I didn't have the time, or probably the skills to do the kit construction, and wanted to also make sure the K2 was perfectly aligned. I emailed Alan about his services, and I got a call back very quickly. He quoted me a price for the work, which was fair, and I mailed it off the same day. As he doesn't wind toroids (can't blame him!), he asked me to order them from the Toroid Guy who drop shipped what I need to him in just a couple of days. Pictures of the work were soon forth coming, and the whole process took just two weeks including shipping. Alan is great to work with, and if I ever get the itch to do the 100 watt power/at kits he will be my first choice. Thanks again Alan, and yes I really could hear the difference after the "tune up".
WA1WQG Rating: 2010-02-04
Excellent service for a very resonable price. Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
This is the 2nd time I have utilized Alan's services. He fixed a problem with my K1 and now just fixed my K2.

He finds the problem very quickly and communicates with you during the process.

He does a great job!
WT2W Rating: 2010-01-14
This guy is a pro. Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
My K2/10 CW xcvr went to Alan's for the addition of the SSB board and a tune up. It was gone one week to the day. Alan called me to tell me it was on the way back home, and he called me after I received it to make sure it arrived safely.
My K2 now is a CW/SSB rig and what a radio it is. Thanks to an honest engineer, the job was done quickly with a very fair price. Thanks Alan!
KA1U Rating: 2010-01-07
Excellent service Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
The Elecraft K1 I purchased used had diminishing power output. Alan Wilcox, W3DVX, quickly fixed the problem with the power stage and aligned all other stages, fixed some bad solder connections, and returned the rig to me in record time. He has reasonable rates and superior service, and I can reccomend him highly.
WR4I Rating: 2009-10-24
Great resource! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
My K1 had an intermittent problem that I was unable to diagnose. Based on reviews here I contacted Alan who quickly responded to my email with an estimate and shipping directions. He followed up continually during the repair process with either phone calls or emails. I have the rig back in better shape than ever thanks to Alan! Very reasonable charges and excellent work and follow-up.
K4UJA Rating: 2009-10-19
Excellent work Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
I'm a repeat client having worked with Alan on several previous Elecraft projects and I will continue to work or consult with him in the future. His timely work, professional communication and technical know how are all first class.
DonaldBienerExKI6ZOP Rating: 2009-09-20
I Highly Recommend Alan Wilcox... Time Owned: N.A.
In late spring I purchased a K2 on eBay. I would later discover that the radio was never in "spec" or properly aligned as promised by the seller. Minor errors in construction made proper operation impossible. This is my first ham radio experience. It was easy for me assume that I was doing something wrong elsewhere and never suspected my radio. Eventually my frustration level peaked and I contacted Alan Wilcox to make arrangements for a complete diagnostic. He also assembled and installed a KAT2 ATU for me. Alan quickly discovered and corrected the issues the radio was having. He was in contact with me the instant he found trouble and had the unit ready for return shipping in a very short time. Alan is a pleasure to work with and his fees are very reasonable, too.

My radio operates beautifully now. For the first time I understand why the Elecraft K2 is so highly rated by those who own one. I only wish I was aware of his services before bidding on eBay. Thank you, Alan.
AE4O Rating: 2009-08-22
Highly Recommend Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
Allen recently built and installed a KPA100 module in my older K2/QRP. The work started with a tune-up and alignment during which Allen found, diagnosed, and solved several issues with the K2. The KPA100 build was top notch in all respects and what was a good radio is significantly better than before and performs flawlessly. Throughout the entire process, Allen stayed in close touch by both phone and e-mail. The latter even included high resolution photos of the build in progress. Allen's rates are extremely reasonable and very fair. From the previous reviews on E-Ham I was expecting a good experience but, Allen's work far exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend.