Guys, the second batch of crystals that were used in the second run of 500
kits have a problem. They are marked 22.1184 but they are third overtone
crystals, which means that they oscillate at 7.3728 on the fundamental
frequency. This will not work in the 38 Special so we must replace them,
arrgh!! That means that there are 275 kits out there with a bad crystal.
Here is what you need to do. Look in your kit, and at the large crystal.
IF it is marked KOYO, then you need a new crystal. Actually, it will say:
KOYO
22.1184MHz
87-35
I take full responsibility for this, I ordered the parts, and even though it
says 22.1184, I should have checked a few in the oscillator, which I did not
do. There is no reason to make excuses, just make it right. So, please
help me. Send me your name, snail mail address, and how many kits you have
with bad crystals. I will call Mouser today and get replacement crystals on
the way. I should have them by Saturday. There will be about 275 of you.
Look at the bright side, I will be getting lots of email. Have a good day.
72, Doug, KI6DS
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