I have a Silvertone reproducer that needs the rubber isolator replaced. I haven't seen these isolators readily available. The outer diameter is 15/16" and inner diameter is about 11/16" diameter. Does anyone know what type of readily available material to use that would work?
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Silvertone Reproducer Isolator Material
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- Victor II
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Re: Silvertone Reproducer Isolator Material
I have used automotive heater hose for such purpose. It comes in various inner and outer sizes and can be fine tuned with a round or flat file or fine wood rasp, plus it is quite cheap. I think I paid $1.75 for a foot of 1” o.d. hose for my Pathé machine.
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- Victor II
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Re: Silvertone Reproducer Isolator Material
Thanks for the tip!
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Re: Silvertone Reproducer Isolator Material
Another source of possible material is old bicycle rubber inner tube. It’s thinner and can be cut to the desired length.
I’ve used this before on those off-brand portable phonographs of the 1920-30s.
I’ve used this before on those off-brand portable phonographs of the 1920-30s.
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Re: Silvertone Reproducer Isolator Material
Ok, thanks for the tip!
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