I have an old DX-440, and Im thinking about gutting the electronics
and moving them into a tabletop type of custom case unit. I never
cared much for the vertical standing type of portables, but the DX440
is a great radio aside. I know that moving things around from one
case to another can introduce interference, especially if the leads
are longer than before. Does anyone have any thoughts on making such
a change? Im particularly concerned with the tuning knob as it will
be moved to the front of the base case instead of the side where it
currently lives in the stock unit.

Im usually hesitant to perform such surgery on a great radio like
this, but I actually have two of these. Thanks for your input.