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belt replacement

  1. J

    Sony Deck Belt Sizes

    I re-belted my TC-K679ES and along the way I collected some info on Sony deck belts sizes that I thought I'd pass along. Take my belt size estimates with a grain of salt.
  2. A

    Akai UC-F3 Cassette deck Belt

    Hi, I have an AKAI UC-F3 cassette deck that needs a new belt. what size replacement is needed for this model? Thanks
  3. Designr10

    Hitachi D-900 Cassette - Belt Replacement instructions

    Let me start by saying I think this machine is worth the effort if is is otherwise in good shape. I have mine hooked to the McIntosh C-33, MC 2205 and various speakers including Vandersteen 1b and Dahlquist D-10’s, and it sounds fantastic. That said, it is not a job for the timid or impatient...
  4. J

    Yamaha YP-B2 turntable belt replacement issue

    I'm having trouble getting the plate of the turntable to release so I can replace the belt. I just took this baby out of storage and have not replaced a belt on this unit before. Videos I see show it just being lift up. When I pull up from the two round finger holes, the plate feels like it's...
  5. S

    AKAI GX1820d Reel To Reel Belt Replacement

    I ordered a belt replacement for my AKAI GX18209df as I have a box of reels I'd like to check and see whats on them. My question is, how difficult is the belt to change? I have taken it apart according to directions in Service Manual, but the manual ends with taking the mech part on top and...
  6. M

    Fisher MC-723BK turntable??

    Hi all! I need to replace the belt on my turntable. Can anyone help me figure out how to get the platter off?
  7. H

    Yamaha cdx-305u CD player belt help

    Found this humble, pint-sized CD player—which happens to be the first CD player we owned as a family. 1987 Belts have turned to goo. I’ve never messed with replacing belts and can’t seem to find the spec online, though someone is selling a kit for this unit. what belt suppliers do people...
  8. T

    CT-F9191 play belt

    Took my CT-F9191 to my local repair shop. Wasn't working either in FF/RW or play/record. Techs replaced the belts and demagnetized the heads, etc. But the play/record belt keeps walking off the drive motor shaft. They replaced what they'd put on with a slightly longer belt (which seems...
  9. master_fo

    Where to get correct size belt for Empire 580 (DB-508) ?

    Hi, I am having difficulties finding proper new belt for my Empire 598. The one it came with made it run a bit faster. I have bought first replacement "FBM DB-508 Empire DB-508 Flat Belt, Medium" from Turntable Needles - it sorta had correct speed, but was so uneven even on sight and on touch it...
  10. Isaac C.

    Pioneer CT-F500 Replacement Belts?

    Hello everyone, I am wondering where I can find replacement belts for a Pioneer CT-F500 cassette deck? I see a few sellers on eBay but was wondering if anyone has any sources. Thanks in advance!
  11. Mistca77

    Kenwood KX-4520 cassette deck - Need Help

    Just picked up a Kenwood KX-4520 cassette deck. It turns on, fast forwards and rewinds great. However, it doesn't PLAY (grrrrrrr). When I press play, it tries to advance, but then stops/gives up trying. I read up online that it is most likely that the belts need to be replaced. I've never...
  12. gasparspeed

    Tape Deck FFwds when playing (need help)

    So my father has this old AIWA AD-F850 tape deck which has been on storage for years (dry storage in good conditions) because a tape got stuck inside and he couldn't get the door to open to recover it. Recently I tried opening it and managed to get the tape out (it was locked in because...
  13. S

    Pioneer F-750 Belt Repair

    Hello everyone. I am new to this thread, but came across it when I was searching for help with a belt change on a Pioneer F-750. I received this unit for free and it currently turns on, but will not play when the buttons are pressed. I opened up the top and it looks like most of the belts are...
  14. A

    First, changing belts for my Pioneer CT-F900

    Hello, I just bought this K7 desk, and unfortunately one belt is missing and the large one is twisted between 2 pulleys. So, i will have to change them and need to buy new ones. Do you think this seller is sure ?? -...
  15. toscanob

    Hello from Brazil

    Hi, I've joined to AK 10 years ago, but never have introduced myself. I am a Brazilian, German descendent, that lives in Rio de Janeiro/São Paulo - BRAZIL. I'm a retired Brazilian Navy's Officer, but I still work in the Navy. I used to buy, fix and sell some audio vintages as a hobby, until...
  16. cmarti

    Teac A-550RX cassette deck spooling problem

    Hi all, I need your kind help I got this deck for free, I replaced only one belt which was the one for the capstan. The deck fast forward and rewinds just fine but when I hit play the right reel spins counter clockwise causing a mess since the tape spools from the inside instead of the...
  17. Briant8

    Cassette deck belt supplier?

    Hi all! Please forgive if this info is on here somewhere, I wasn't able to locate it. (Also, please let me know if this would be better posted in Barter Town?) But I'm looking for a good resource for belts. I've picked up a few great decks and am wanting to get some belts in them to see if they...
  18. xrayspex77

    Luxman DZ-1xx Mystery Part

    Got a Luxman DZ-111 cheap because the Tray was stuck. The previous owner opened it up to get the CD that was in there out, and left the door inside the unit. Thanks to this thread http://www.audiokarma.org/forums/index.php?threads/luxman-dz-112-cd-player-tray-problem.162493/ I was able to figure...
  19. DigiDyne

    Help replacing a Sony TCS-430 Belt?

    So I bought an old Sony TCS-430 at a discounted price because it needed a new belt. Bought the recorder and the belt separately and planned to replace the belt myself. The player has arrived but I'm not sure how to properly remove the back. I removed all the screws on the back of the player and...
  20. M

    Akai CS-703D belt replacement

    Hi. My Akai CS-703D stops playing, fast forwarding and rewinding several seconds after starting the function. It sounds good until it stops playing. Research here and other sites indicates new belts and a general clean and lube may solve the problem. I opened the deck up and do not see any...
  21. S

    Replacing the belt in a Pioneer CT 737 mark II

    As my signature shows it, I recently purchased the machine in the title. It looks great with almost no signs of wear (the plastic buttons are the first that will show wear as they become shiny relatively fast). So I plugged it in and it worked great. Nice clear sound, precise controls and a...
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