Yeah, that nickel thing sounds like a software problem, but it could be that 11" DD due to the smaller wire/cheaper build is having a minute EM field generation into the ground. I bet FTP would like to hear that the coil may have an issue over the unit's internal functionality. I can change out the rod and 10" elliptical from my QDP with the LRP. I'll have to try it and see if I get the same results you did, taterbill. NEL coils are special order through the Ukraine site, and I may order a Sharpshooter if I can determine that the coil could be the culprit.
The LRP/QDP are just too good units to give up on.
The LRP/QDP are just too good units to give up on.