Thorens TD-145 Headshell Issue

[jbiz123]

Hi guys, having a very stupid issue that I hoped somebody here could resolve!

Just got a Thorens TD-145 mkII from craigslist which I already love. One issue: in changing cartridges, the little strip of metal on the headshell that says "Thorens" popped off. I've spent a really long time trying to figure out how to put it back together and I can't do it.

Is there anybody familiar with this particular construction who can help me?

 

[Audiofreak71]

Welcome to AK! I think I know what your talking about as I’ve owned that table before but if you could post some pictures it would help.

Audiofreak71

 

[jbiz123]

Pictures attached. Seems like this design is a lot less common than the classic black plastic

 

[sberger]

Same thing happened to me. Couldn't get it back on. Left it off. Still sounds great.

 

[tnsilver]

I've spent a really long time trying to figure out how to put it back together and I can't do it.

Sure you can! Unless you wanna deal with the microscopic tabs that keep it clinged to the finger lift, a droplet of contact cement would do the trick and keep the little bugger in place.