TEAC V-3RX Idler tire?

[Thinker]

Hi Everyone,

I was changing the belts for my Uncle on his TEAC V-3RX deck and discovered that the idler tire had turned into a gooey mess. I've been trying to find a replacement but I've been coming up dry. From what I found from searches TEAC never sold just the tires you had to buy the assembly #5800107800. Some guys mentioned that there was a seller on "that auction site" but, there isn't any more. Anyone know where I could get one?

Thanks

 

[tapetech]

So you checked with Teac? If they don't have it, post the size in mm. OD, ID and width. There are stores that sell idlers by size.

 

[CheeseofBorg]

TrueValue hardware has a good selection of o rings that can be used in a pinch, they won't give you the same precision as a proper tire but they are an order of magnitude cheaper.

 

[Thinker]

So you checked with Teac?

I sent them a message I just haven't heard back yet, I hope they do carry the part still, I'm just a little apprehensive that they wont have it because of its age.

 

[revox-b77]

I used an O ring in one of my Tascam recorders. It has worked just fine for the last 4 years. Not original I know but works.

 

[GasMan]

Same idler tire that is used in the Tascam 122MkII. Dynamic Technology Group has them at reasonable prices. Also can be had from Full Compass.com.