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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
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WR4Z Rating: 2013-07-29
Satisfied K2 customer Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I have an Elecraft K2 that I assembled 10 years ago. It needed some repair, upgrading and alignment. I selected Alan Wilcox from the Elecraft list and contacted him. I sent him the K2 and now I have a new K2. I highly recommend Alan for his K2 expertise. He is in contact with you and informs you of what needs to be done. Thanks Alan for an excellent job.
AA2LD Rating: 2013-06-16
Excellent service Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Alan serviced both my K2 and K2/100. The communication and service were excellent and he was a pleasure to deal with. Both radios were returned to me faster than expected and his prices were very reasonable. Detailed spec sheets were sent with each radio. This is a level of service that is hard to find. I would recommend him to any Ham.
KD7V Rating: 2013-04-23
Excellent Repair of my K2 Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Alan did an outstanding job repairing my K2.The K2 needed a new AF Gain pot as well as the recommended Elecraft mod. He has excellent communication skills and completed the repair in a very timely and professional manner.The price for the repair was very reasonable as well.I would not hesitate to use Alan again!
VY1GP Rating: 2013-04-14
K2 repair and upgrade Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Alan does first class work and provides excellent service.

I bought an already-built K2 #4782 off eBay a couple of years ago. It recently started to malfunction and I emailed Alan. He responded right away and I packed my radio up and sent it to him.

He sent it back with the repairs and he installed upgrades recommended since when it was first built. It was really cleaned up too - looked like a brand new radio. I also liked the documentation and the checklists that he provided when he sent the radio back.

I am enjoying my K2 again. Thank you.

George VY1GP
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NZ1I Rating: 2013-01-21
Made a New Friend Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
I finally finished my K2. But of course as a New Builder, it had some issues. I emailed Alan for help and a quote. He promptly replied and offered his assistance. After a nice conversation on the phone, I mailed my K2 and all the options I had built off to Alan for repair, proper alignment, and installation . He was fast, efficient and communicated well his findings. No BS! And no condescension about my building skills or lack there of ;) I Highly Recommend Alan and his rates are fair. I plan on Enjoying my K2 for many years to come! Thanks Alan!
Kevin NZ1I
WB4TJH Rating: 2012-12-28
2 years and still delighted with service Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Almost two years ago, I sent my old K2, #0319, to Alan for a total update and alignment. Well, two years later I am still enthralled with this radio. I constantly get nice comments on the audio quailty, and I am still impressed on how well the K2 performs all its functions. I'm writing this update because I can't thank Alan enough for the quality of his work. He really knows Elecraft equipment. Thanks again, Alan, for making my older K2 work like a brand new one.

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Earlier 5-star review posted by WB4TJH on 2011-02-09

I sent my K2/10, serial number 03xx to Alan to build and install the SSB board and to do a complete alignment. Being one of the first 300 K2s made, Alan also recommended a number of circuit updates which I agreed to. I just got my K2 back yesterday, and I am very, very well pleased with the results. I have gotten sterling audio reports and the radio functions like a new 7000 serial number now. While the work was in progress, Alan phoned me several times to update me and discuss optional recommendations he had. I told him to do it all, as I wanted the radio to be like a brand new one when I took it out of the box. The radio now meets and even exceeds my expectations and I can happily recommend Alan for his quality of work, his up to date communications while the work is progressing, and most of all, the results. I think his prices are fair in today's market, and he can be totally relied on to do what he says. It's nice to deal with a man of integrity these days, and I can tell you that if you deal with Alan, you won't be disappointed. Alan has not only a doctorate in Electrical Engineeing, he has a PhD in his pride and quality of workmanship, and it shows. Thanks, Alan.
K7MJG Rating: 2012-06-06
My KX1 is a thing of beauty Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I had Alan build my KX1, tuner, 3080 and paddle.

Alan sent progress photos as he completed each step, which I really appreciated.

When I received the unit and looked inside, you can tell he takes great pride in every detail. It is beautifully done. Excellent.
K0COP Rating: 2012-03-07
Alan Wilcox Time Owned: N.A.
This guy really knows how to build and communicate.
I can assure that the experience with Alan will be wonderful.
73
David
K0cop
AC2CM Rating: 2012-01-08
Repair and Alignment Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Blew my finals so I sent radio in for repair and while there alignment. Alan stayed in touch and got my ok to fix other problems I wasn't aware of. The radio had seemed to work fine since I built it three years ago. It's perfect now and I am very pleased. The work was top notch and the cost was less than I expected. I would recommend him and if I ever need help with my K-2 I would go back to him in an instant.
WB9PNU Rating: 2011-12-17
Great Service Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Alan Wilcox W3DVX is a great craftsman. He helped me integrate my Elecraft KPA100 and KAT100 into an EC2 enclosure. I sent him my K2/10 also, for testing purposes. In a very short time, my K2/10 and outboard KPA100/KAT100 were back. They work perfectly together. Alan emailed me and also called to keep me updated on the progress.
My thanks to Alan for a job well done.
I highly recommend Alan to any one that needs his help.