Does this Head cover look correct?

[ShaneR2R]

I am looking at a Akai GX-630D and found this one for sale. However the head cover looks wrong to my eyes. Is this a replacement or homemade cover?

 

[ShaneR2R]

Here's how I think it should look?

 

[ShaneR2R]

The gentlemen is asking $100 for it. The description says it works. Should I over look the head cover issue?

 

[roger13]

Hi.

I reckon for $100 you have the right to see/hear it first and make up your own mind! For what it's worth the head cover issue wouldn't worry me, provided it's doing its job and not interfering with the tape path. My advice would be to take a good look at the machine and look for other signs of 'tinkering'.

Cheers,
Roger. :beer:

 

[Numistrek09]

No, that head cover is not original. The picture of how it should look is correct. You can still go check it out and see if it works well, but be aware, parts are hard to find. You may be searching for the correct headcover for awhile.

As a person who desires completeness, i understand why you might be turned off by the headcover. So go with it only if it doesn't bug you, cause if it does it won't stop bugging you until it's fixed.

 

[ShaneR2R]

No, that head cover is not original. The picture of how it should look is correct. You can still go check it out and see if it works well, but be aware, parts are hard to find. You may be searching for the correct headcover for awhile.

As a person who desires completeness, i understand why you might be turned off by the headcover. So go with it only if it doesn't bug you, cause if it does it won't stop bugging you until it's fixed.

Yes I like my vintage equipment to be complete and not missing any parts. I am kind of turned off by that cheap looking head cover. I might just pass on this one for now. I am really looking for the Akai GX-270D so I would be OK if I didn't get this deck. The deck here in question is currently on Craigslist and I would need to drive about 3 hours away to see it. That a lone is a good reason not to pursue it.