Sansui SR-212 turntable anti skate weight needed

[jpreza]

Recently bought a used Sansui SR-212 turntable which is missing the anti skate (bias?) weight. I downloaded the service manual but there are no specifications anywhere as to the weight/dimensions of the original. I'm hoping someone has this model that can provide an idea on the specifications.

Also looking for a new belt.

Are these pretty standard, meaning can I buy one made for a Pro-Ject turntable?

Any advice would be great!

Thanks....Joe

 

[jqp]

Recently bought a used Sansui SR-212 turntable which is missing the anti skate (bias?) weight. I downloaded the service manual but there are no specifications anywhere as to the weight/dimensions of the original. I'm hoping someone has this model that can provide an idea on the specifications.

Also looking for a new belt.

Are these pretty standard, meaning can I buy one made for a Pro-Ject turntable?

Any advice would be great!

Thanks....Joe

My SR 212 was purchased without a bias weight and my solution was a fishing weight. Type I used was a "bullet weight" worm weight at 1/8 ounce. The weight plus a bit of lightweight thread worked perfectly for me and cost next to nothing. A laser disc was used to check the bias and it it works fine with cartridges tracking from 1 1/4 grams to about 2 1/2 grams.
I believe the belt is 25" but you might want to check to confirm. If not done already oiling the motor and platter spindle bearing is recommended and easy to do. Great turntable!

 

[jpreza]

My SR 212 was purchased without a bias weight and my solution was a fishing weight. Type I used was a "bullet weight" worm weight at 1/8 ounce. The weight plus a bit of lightweight thread worked perfectly for me and cost next to nothing. A laser disc was used to check the bias and it it works fine with cartridges tracking from 1 1/4 grams to about 2 1/2 grams.
I believe the belt is 25" but you might want to check to confirm. If not done already oiling the motor and platter spindle bearing is recommended and easy to do. Great turntable!

Thanks for the tip on the "bullet weight" worm weight - sounds like an easy and cheap solution. Some eBay vendors are asking for $42 for this!! More than what I paid for the whole turntable. I'll also check on the belt dimensions. That said, my assumption is that ANY 25" belt should work and doesn't have to be brand specific. I'll also oil the motor and platter spindle per your advice.

Joe

 

[jqp]

Thanks for the tip on the "bullet weight" worm weight - sounds like an easy and cheap solution. Some eBay vendors are asking for $42 for this!! More than what I paid for the whole turntable. I'll also check on the belt dimensions. That said, my assumption is that ANY 25" belt should work and doesn't have to be brand specific. I'll also oil the motor and platter spindle per your advice.

Joe

I buy my belts from the auction site and search for something like "FRX 25". Should be less than $10 with shipping. All belts I have bought are either generic or FRX (if that is a brand).