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  1. mcaddie7

    QRK 12C (Russco) Turntable Restoration Help & Guidance

    Hi all, A few months ago I found a crusty old QRK 12C turntable which are guess are cousins to the famous Russco turntables? Basically built exactly the same so I took it upon my self to restore it. Was hoping any of you all that own and restored one of these chunky tables may be able to help...
    • mcaddie7
    • Thread
    • idler idler drive idlers motor rumble qrk 12c russco russco turntable turntable
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  2. F

    B&O 3000 (5231) idler gear "rumble"

    I am reviving a B&O 3000 (5231 with the radial tonearm). It is in very good cosmetic condition and the automatic functions all seem to work correctly. But it is noisy - I am hoping someone can help me get it to run more quietly. The idler gear is creating a rumbling noise as it is driven by the...
  3. 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
  4. Panamafred

    Santa worked hard on this one -- Gates CB-11

    Well have to give a shout out to my wife who coordinated getting this across the state of Wisconsin right before the holidays..... Popped up on craigslist and I couldn't believe it, had been up for a month and I was the first to contact the seller. At $400 I thought twice but it was a quick...
    • Panamafred
    • Thread
    • 16 inch bodine motor broadcast cb-11 cb11 gates gray 108 idler transcription
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  5. Moonwatcher

    Could anyone ID the source of this idler wobble?

    Hi, all, I've read a number of posts on hardened rubber and flat spots, but not so much on a possibly warped idler wheel. It could be a flat spot, I guess, but I hate to start sanding if that's not the problem. Could the rubber be flattened, maybe with heat? Significant wow and flutter...
    • Moonwatcher
    • Thread
    • garrard garrard 82 idler rubber wow and flutter
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Turntables
  6. R

    Braun Turntable with traces of thorens

    As an architect living in Germany, there was no way i could avoid beying attracted by some Braun gear. I can honestly say that they are not only nice, but also nicely designed, with a few unexpected features. So is the case of the Bran PS 430 turntable. It is the simpler brother of the PS 500...
    • robiles
    • Thread
    • belt drive braun idler thorens turntable
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Turntables
  7. dahditdahdit

    Idler Tire? Or otherwise?

    Hi, I have a nice Tehcnics RS-M270X (direct drive) that functions well except for the take up reel. It plays fine but the take up reel seems weak. It starts to slip about 1/4 into some tapes, when the reel starts getting heavy, eventually causing tape to spool out of the cartridge. Fast...
  8. 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
  9. david winter

    Garrard 4HF idler rebuild (almost like 301 / 401 idler)

    Hello, Anyone knows a quality service to rebuild an idler for a Garrard 4HF in the European Union ? It's almost same as the 301 / 401 idlers except for the thickness (as far as I recall), so not a "female" type to insert around an axis, but the opposite (has two thin axis going into small...
  10. D

    Scott 670D idlers !!!

    Hi all, I was about to change 2 belts on a Scott 670D when i discovered that some parts called « idlers » were completely destroyed. So i have to replace them too. I have the Service Manual of the 670D. But none information appear about those 2 idlers : size etc. A picture : The Tape Deck...
    • Dowhiteblack
    • Thread
    • 670d deck idler scott tape
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Tape
  11. mackat

    My (almost) brand new Elac Miracord 50H II

    Hi! It's been a while since I've been on here, but recently I've been wanting to get back into records and turntables. It's not like I need any new ones, as I have a number that need minor adjustments/work, but I can't help scanning through Craigslist every so often. Unlike 6-7 years ago when I...
    • mackat
    • Thread
    • 50 h 50 h ii 50h 50h ii elac idler miracord turntable
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Turntables
  12. O au-d11mK2

    Turntables ... new and old to me!

    I have had a Elac Miracord 50 H II for some time now, it is quite nice but I think I may have to invest in a new stylus and possibly look into the idler wheel. But not sure it is worth dooing the full assortment of mods that are practiced on the Lenco 75/78 s. Is the miracord capable of similar...
  13. adrian78m

    Just picked up a JVC/Nivico SRP-471E-5

    Stopped into our local thrift store to see if there were any goodies, and walked out with a JVC/Nivico SRP-471E-5, for $10. The motor works, as well as speed changer. The tone arm looks good. Even the cartridge looks ok. A few issues though: - It does not turn off - starts spinning as soon...
  14. N

    Dual 1019 noise level

    Hello, I recently bought a Dual 1019 from a guy who told me he completely serviced it. I must say I'm in love with this machine, but since it's my first idler TT, well, I'm not sure what to expect. So I'm uploading this little audio clip for you to listen and tell me if the mechanical noise can...
  15. S

    Thorens vs Lenco vs Pro-Ject III

    Just getting back into vinyl after a long time away. This will be my first proper purchase and I want to spend $300 or less and buy a quality table that will hopefully hold its value on resale... or allow me to upgrade as I go. I'm considering three paths based on what's available to me: 1...
    • scoran
    • Thread
    • belt idler lenco pro-ject starter thorens vintage
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Turntables
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