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  1. R

    Onkyo CP-1046F - Please help repairing auto function

    Hello, I picked up this Onkyo and it's been working as a manual turntable. I'm trying to repair the auto function. The small gear that touches the motor was stripped so I replaced that. Now that all the gears are turning, I'm seeing that the rubber wheel isn't turning when it's supposed to...
    • r3nny
    • Thread
    • auto return idler wheel onkyo
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  2. kennycrippen

    Dual 1229 Intermittent Noise, Video Included

    I have a Dual 1229 turntable that I've owned for around 13 years. Admittedly I have not had it serviced enough, but it's been a very solid workhorse with hardly any issues. The other day I noticed a noise, which I assumed was the motor. See YouTube video links below. I ordered a replacement...
    • kennycrippen
    • Thread
    • audio gear maintenance & cleaning dual dual 1229 idler assembly idler wheel turntable turntable adjustment turntable motor
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Turntables
  3. S

    Question - Idler wheel Harmon Kardon TD392

    Hi all - I believe I need to replace the idler wheel on my cassette deck however I’m having a tough time finding a replacement part for this specific model - anyone know where to buy? Or if one from the HK CD401 uses the same size idler wheel? I’ve been able to find those online. Thanks in advance
    • Seifer666
    • Thread
    • cassette deck cassette deck repair harmon kardon idler wheel td392
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: DIY
  4. J

    Thorens TD124 mkII idler wheel not engaging

    Spent a good amount of time on AK and other sites but can seem to troubleshoot this. I should note that this is my first Thorens TD124 mkII so I’ve never experienced one in top working order. When I bought the turntable the idler wheel seemed to have issues with engagement. I’ve since gone...
    • jonah1979
    • Thread
    • idler wheel thorens thorens td124 mkii
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Turntables
  5. F

    TD-124 Idler Wheel Adjustment?

    I would appreciate suggestions on how to adjust the motion of the idler wheel and improve its contact with the stepped speed adjustment pulley. I was wrapping up maintenance on my recent TD-124 purchase and looking forward to installing it in its restored plinth. During testing, I noticed...
    • Florizel
    • Thread
    • idler idler wheel td-124 td124
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Turntables
  6. Alfmonster

    Garrard 401 eddy brake removal help

    Im in the middle of a restoration and am having issues removing the eddy brake from the motor spindle. The color comes off fine but then the brake won’t budge. Is this a matter of just pulling on it until comes loose? Didn’t want to damage the spindle or brake. Also, is there a way to oil...
    • Alfmonster
    • Thread
    • garrard garrard 301 garrard 401 idler drive idler wheel
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Turntables
  7. Q

    Thorens TD-124 idler wheel or Stepped pully height adjustment?

    Hello I just got a MK 1 124 with the early version of the stepped pulley. I have been going over it and I notice that the idler wheel tends to ride a bit high on the stepped pulley. Right at the very top of the step. I checked under the idler and the only washer there is the thin teflon one...
    • Quadman74
    • Thread
    • idler wheel stepped pulley thorens
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Turntables
  8. S

    ELAC Miracord 50H thumpa-thumpa sound... other causes than idler???

    I recently had the good fortune to acquire a 50H that appears to be remarkably good condition. However, when I play, I get a thumpa - thumpa sound from the turntable, continuously repeating with no silence in between. Playing at different speeds (other than 33 RPM) causes the same problem. I'm...
    • ssmolkin
    • Thread
    • elac h50 idler wheel miracord
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: Turntables
  9. VintageDutch

    Crazy idea...

    Hi to you all. An Idea for a Poor mans Idler Drive TT We all love our TT's. Thats why we land here to show off or get things fixed or to fix... I think most us would maybe like to own A Idler wheel Turntable... (now notice... I did not mention any brands):bigok: For one... they are cool as...
    • VintageDutch
    • Thread
    • 504 diy garrard idler idler drive idler wheel philips redesign remodel telefunken
    • Replies: 36
    • Forum: Turntables
  10. A

    Dual 1215-S Idler Wheel contact

    This is a follow up from a previous thread. Turntable was working well, having been professionally cleaned, adjusted, lubricated etc. a few years ago. After some time of non-use, it did not work - the problem was that the idler wheel came very close to the motor spindle but did not contact it...
    • alh
    • Thread
    • dual 1215-s idler wheel
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Turntables
  11. Pacoloco

    Rek o kut idler 33rpm issue

    Greetings. I have a new- to- me rek o kut b12gh. The weird thing i can't figure out is that is plays at 45 when on 33 or 45. if i reach under and nudge the idler wheel up by pushing on the lever underneath it locks into a reliable 33 speed and sounds great. (at that point the idler wheel lever...
  12. R

    Pl-11 idler wheel turntable looking for parts

    I recently got a pl-11 ilder wheel turntable. The motor and drive is all good, speed is really accurate. However the two screws that attach the tonearm to the gimble bearings I only have one. I am looking for a replacement for the other. The 4 feet are toast So I need something for those...
  13. jcpcali

    Garrard AT6 auto not working speed off

    I have a couple of Garrard AT6 from similar Packard Bell Consoles. Prior to cleaning the auto worked on 1 and the speed was right. After cleaning the grease and oiling the bearings and such the auto is not working and the idler wheel doesn’t seem to want to make good contact with the motor...
    • jcpcali
    • Thread
    • auto return garrard at6 idler arm spring idler wheel
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  14. F

    Idler Wheel Fix if Dry Rubber

    Well, I've gotten a bunch of helpful info off this site in the last few years (thanks!), and hadn't had anything I thought useful enough for a post until now so... I have a Dual 1218 turntable that had an old dried out rubber idler wheel. Tried all the suggestions of soaking in to try to fix...
    • freqwood
    • Thread
    • dry rot idler wheel old rubber turntable worn out
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Turntables
  15. Bryanosaurus

    Zenith Allegro Repair

    Hi All, I recently purchased an old Zenith Allegro console system from a second hand store. It seems like everything works and sounds great except for the turntable itself. No matter what I try, I can't get the platter to turn. When turning on manual mode and turning the platter by hand, can...
    • Bryanosaurus
    • Thread
    • allegro idler wheel motor issues turntable zenith
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Turntables
  16. The Gryphon

    Underrated turntables....Share Your Knowledge !!!!!

    There are many unsung heroes when it comes to turntables...I created this thread so that we can share some of them and maybe if people see them cheap they will know a bit more about them and be able to obtain a good table without spending a lot of that hard won cash..... So lets leave the...
    • The Gryphon
    • Thread
    • belt drive direct drive idler wheel tonearm turn table
    • Replies: 221
    • Forum: Turntables
  17. V

    Need Perpetuum Ebner Idler Arm

    Hi All, I am in the process of restoring a P.E. 2038 turntable. Due to improper packing by the seller, it arrived with a broken plinth and a broken aluminum idler arm (the part that the rubber idler wheel attaches to). Since I have restored both P.E. 2020 and 2040 turntables, I know this part...
    • vinyleater
    • Thread
    • idler wheel perpetuum ebner turntable repair
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
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