It just started to do this again. It happened before a couple times while I was working on it but after I had it all squared away, it was not happening. I got it for $50 replaced the pimple, new RCA's, replaced the old grease, lubricated the motor and replaced the cartridge, adapter and belt.
Now it happens on every start. I assume it's gotta be related to the main lever, not an adjustment issue.