They both are good options. I was very surprised how the lamp meaures. A similar 28 V lamp ( Maplin BT44X ) shots up from 16R to 160R just on the small current of my test meter.
I've spent some time reading through the thread, and may have missed the answer to my question: Have TD 124 owners ever reached something approaching a consensus on the best (or least bad) belt?
Of the Thorens models I've come in contact with, the TD124 is the least fussy about belts. I should qualify that by noting that the less expensive belt drive models, like the TD15x, TD16x, TD14x, were indeed quite fussy about the dimensions and elasticity of the belt. And the belt still supplied by Thorens (to this day) fits and functions correctly, whereas most all others being sold as oem do not.
But the TD124 does work well with aftermarket belts.
We did discuss this topic maybe 2 or 3 years ago. A closer search may turn up some belts discussed that my memory may fail to recall. Keven liked a belt being sold over ebay by a seller in Florida. I think we referred to those as "the Florida Belt". I bought a couple of those and do use them. A bit tight at first. Slightly wider in profile. The tightness fades as the belt stretches.
Tightness and elasticity does matter with the TD124, but not so much as on a TD150 where that belt also performs the function of : 'the 4th suspension spring'. On the TD150, for example, belt thickness will play a factor in speed accuracy. Thicker belts make that deck run slightly faster because it increases the size of the radius about the pulley (think about it). On the TD124 there is no such concern because this deck has pitch control and a lit strobe to adjust it.
I think I liked the belts being offered by Jurg Schopper. A worthy, if expensive, belt that appears identical to the Thorens Logo belt, but leaves far fewer rubber deposits on pulley surfaces. Unfortunately, it does not say Thorens on it.
For more info on belts discussed within this list, do conduct a more thorough search. You may find some belts discussed that might still be available for sale and your consideration.
-Steve
Generally the Schopper belt and one sold by a fellow in FLA have worked best for me. That said I am currently using 50yr old OEM belt on one, and a not yet available to the public prototype on the other - both of which IMHO are somewhat better than the Schopper. The Thakker belts I have tried shed a lot of material on the pulleys, but initially ran well.
Steve, Kevin, thank you both for the thoughtful replies. I'm in a situation where I think I need a new belt, as the speed stability isn't where it seems to be for other TD 124 owners. The belt that's on there now is of unknown age and provenance. I'll give some consideration to the Schopper option and the Fla. one.
I too am using an original. I have a Schopper and also one from Bobby Crabtree in Texas. I have yet to try either one but the Crabtree one looks good and is not stupidly priced either. It is the one used by Vreg ?Metz at STS turntables. The eBay number is 181259068122 for anyone interested to give it a try.
Hi everyone
Been MIA from this discussion for a while.
I have a later model 124, and a couple of years ago I rebuilt a early 124 for my brother.
I've been browsing, I have seen some very interesting discussions.
I had to re-register again, seems like I was gone for too long.
Gene
Been MIA from this discussion for a while.
I have a later model 124, and a couple of years ago I rebuilt a early 124 for my brother.
I've been browsing, I have seen some very interesting discussions.
I had to re-register again, seems like I was gone for too long.
Gene
Probably should report that problem to moderation and we can merge your old and new accounts. There is no time limit for inactive accounts that I am aware of..
Welcome back!
Welcome back!
About a year ago I did a compare between 16 belts. The NOS original belts are the quietest as seen in the measurements .Searching after a good replacement I found finally a belt with the right dimensions , hardness, tension , who gave the results from the old original replacements.
I always suspected the original belts were the best.
Can you provide a link to your conclusion?
Can you provide a link to your conclusion?
Yes, I have had it happen to me, including a belt from a famous name who shall remain "nameless"
I already named one of those belts, if not the belt.. lol
Volken's belt is very good by the way.. I'm using one.
Volken's belt is very good by the way.. I'm using one.