Fourth edit: Rubbing rotation noise was solved by polishing bottom thrust plate to remove .003" concave dimple from bearing ball. That raised spindle, likely bach to original position. Added oil to spindle bearing. I posted another thread showing process.
THIRD EDIT: Think oil lube not so good idea for spindle. Will run out. Grease it is.
Still unclear cause of noise/vibration. Spindle/bushing/thrust ball wear OR marks on taper of aluminum platter.
SECOND EDIT: Anyone know if oil was in the spindle bearing originally? Does it hold oil without leaking out?
EDIT: Changed title. Appears I MAY have a noisey spindle/motor bearing? Intermitent rubbing with platter rotation. Anyone with experience with these or a link of related thread.
Original post:
Thought I'd use an original Shure M95ed cart and stylus I had, on newly aquired Pioneer PL570 table. First time useing table.
Had local shop inspect stylus. They said it was ok. I used it back in late 70's.
Mounted cart on Technics headshell. Set overhang to 49mm mark I made on Technics gauge. Mounted, adjusted weight for 1.25 grams. Checked alignment on 2 point protractor. Raised tonearm to level. Adjusted cuing and rest heights. Adjusted antiskate useing a Shure test record. Table seems to function from what I see.
Playing a few records I get a constant pronounced shuuuuuush noise when stylus is on record. I've cleaned the tip. Could this just be noise of a WELL worn stylus? This is only extra cartridge I have available.
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