Now someone just needs to get one and see if it really is more durable.Encoder (CH Selector Switch) SR-655HPC & SR-955HPC 10 Meter Radios
If your channel selector switch on your SR-655HPC or SR-955HPC is giving you problems, here is the solution. These are high quality with a slightly firmer positive "click" when switching channels.strykerradios.com
I'm assuming these are what is used in the V2. So, unless I just happened to get an old one or bad one, no. No better. But I understand Alps makes a hard core replacement part.Now someone just needs to get one and see if it really is more durable.
( then if it is, ask them why they don't use the better encoder in the first place)
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Jeff