Try some heat on the screws. One of my XA's had a pivot screw that seemed to be welded in place. A bit of heat and I was able to back it out.I think my tonearm pivot assembly is shot. The screws are so tight that I can't loosen them and the pivot action is very uneven and tight. :tears:
What do I do now?
Not quite sure how I'll apply the heat but thanks much Lorenzo!
I have a small wooden handle screwdriver. I heated the tip of it with a propane torch and put the tip of it on the pivot screw for maybe 10-15 seconds. The screw backed right then.Not quite sure how I'll apply the heat but thanks much Lorenzo!
That is one nice looking table, I don't think I would have used the AR logo it takes away from the beautiful wood on the front of the table.
Would like to see some more pics of the table if you have a chance, it's a looker.:thmbsp:
I would love to see more pics as well, and if you have them, especially some detail shots of how you modified the sub-chassis in order to mount the Jelco tonearm. This is one very nice looking turntable. Well done!
The sub Chassis was cut and drill (2 small bolts) to fit the new arm board which was made of wood. This mod was done by the original owner. (Radgear) I rebuilt it using some aluminum plate. I don't currently have pics of this mods but will get some in the next few days.
How's the flood situation, Marc? Any serious damage?
Need some help here kids. What colors are the tonearm wires? Are those tiny wires actually insulated? How the hell do you see them well enough to solder the right color to the right terminal on the terminal post?
Heeeellllp!
Anybody know if a Technics SL1500MKII wand will fit on an AR pivot?
. Need i ask who will be doing your upgrades/mods?