I've got a late 70's model Toshiba SR-FX70 Quartz lock automatic turntable that goes with a stereo set I have.
I believe the turntable was dropped at some point and the masonite bottom, and inner rails that hold it in place were busted in on one corner and I'm finally getting around to fixing it. It seems to work just fine other than not sitting level due to the busted in corner.
I figured while I had the bottom off I would try and give it a decent cleaning.
I've never messed with the internals on an automatic turntable before and before I go blasting away with the Deoxit I thought I might seek a little advice.
Is there anything I should try and avoid with the cleaner and lube?
Any particular areas I should try and focus on?
Any additional things to check out while I'm in there?
My plan was to spritz all the mechanical workings with Deoxit and give it a follow up with Faderlube.
Thanks,
ndp
I believe the turntable was dropped at some point and the masonite bottom, and inner rails that hold it in place were busted in on one corner and I'm finally getting around to fixing it. It seems to work just fine other than not sitting level due to the busted in corner.
I figured while I had the bottom off I would try and give it a decent cleaning.
I've never messed with the internals on an automatic turntable before and before I go blasting away with the Deoxit I thought I might seek a little advice.
Is there anything I should try and avoid with the cleaner and lube?
Any particular areas I should try and focus on?
Any additional things to check out while I'm in there?
My plan was to spritz all the mechanical workings with Deoxit and give it a follow up with Faderlube.
Thanks,
ndp
I've restored my old Pioneer but used Molykote (White gear grease). Since the original grease was also white. Check what type of grease You have. If You change the grease, make sure You completely clean the old one, since different greases interact with each other and can become hard after some time. I believe this is what happened to mine when a long time ago I've re-lubed it not cleaning the old one. Arm was sticky.
Pay attention to the cueing mechanism. Don't clean the shaft since it uses viscous silicone. That mistake, took me to a bearing shop where I could find a compatible product. It descends a little slower, but I can live with that.
Pay attention to the cueing mechanism. Don't clean the shaft since it uses viscous silicone. That mistake, took me to a bearing shop where I could find a compatible product. It descends a little slower, but I can live with that.
