I've had my LA-1K for over two months now, over three months on the HF-Auto. I use it daily rag chewing SSB mode with full output, 40 watts drive, and it's been flawless. I had a concern in the beginning, but as usual it was operator error. It truly is like having a 1kw transceiver. I also have a MFJ-998 tuner, but it's in a box and have never tried it with the LA-1K, I don't know why it wouldn't work, but I can say do yourself a favor and get the HF-Auto too, it's the best tuner I have ever used ! The pair really look, and work good together. I don't work for or have any connections with Palstar, but I am a big fan of their products, I also have an AT2K in a box, that's the one I'd use for backup if needed before the 998.
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