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Can you help me fix up this old record player?


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I'm brand new to this hobby and I was going to go out and buy some equipment. My Dad told me he has an old record playing system that he doesn't use anymore and said I could have it. I'm fairly sure the amplifier and speakers work, but the turntable wont spin. I had a look and seen what I think is the belt loose and broken. I pulled it out and it was indeed broken and very weak, probably because it was old. I'm also fairly sure the needle is worn out too.

Here's a pic: https://imgur.com/a/STmNd3r 

 

The turntable is a Toshiba Belt Drive Automatic Model SR-B20

 

Any help is greatly appreciated, thanks.

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1. Buy new belt online using the turntable model number.

2. Buy sewing machine gear oil and lube up the motor bearing.

3. Buy new cartridge.

4. Go to Vinyl Engine, sign up, download service manual and owners manual for that turntable, if available. Follow the instructions on changing the belt and lubing the table.

5. Download some protractors from Vinyl Engine to align your new cartridge.

6. Balance tonearm, set anti skate.

7. Align cartridge.

 

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