• The move to the new server is done. There are some software and database maintenance updates in process. This has us passing the hat around to help out. We appreciate any donations. Seriously, even a dollar helps. The payment page may be found here - https://www.audiokarma.org/support.html

Pioneer CT-F 1250 Reel motor fails to take up tape

sweatybetty said:
You wont be able to stretch the belt. You need to take it out, measure it and order another just a bit longer. Do you still have the old belts?
How to measure a belt https://www.turntableneedles.com/how_to_measure_find_right_turntable_tape_player_rubber_drive_belt
Click to expand...

The original belts are long gone. I ordered mine from Vintage Electronic as a set specifically for the CT-F1250. The stretch question was in response to Rich P. who posted the instructions on the motor rebuild which I have done. He mentioned that his belts from Vintage Electronics need to be gently stretched due to them being a little tight. But he didn't say by how much.

Brian
 
Ive never tried it but have read that you may be able to stretch a belt by placing it in boiling water for a very short time. Anyone else?
 
I had thought about stretching it over a pill bottle that was a little larger and using a blow drier or low heat gun for a few minutes. That worked for me once on a watch gasket.

Brian
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top Bottom