maybe the previous owner had an RFI problem and tried to fix it that way. Maybe his mike was close to the key and he thought the key wiring was radiating. Heck I'd just put it back like it was if that is possible.
That could very well be.
I can put it back to original, I need to locate a proper key jack. The one in there now keeps the tip open, I need a normally closed jack.
73
Dan, N8IE