I picked up a Columbia Grafonola a while back that needed some attention. Among other things, the needle holder screw has broken off with part of the shaft still in the reproducer. I do not have any tap out tools nor do I otherwise have any need for them.
Can anybody here do this or recommend a way to do this? I could of course send it to the usual repair folks but wanted to try here first as this is a project I'd like to keep at relatively low cost.
Thanks in advance.
Recommendations for tapping out a reproducer thumbscrew?
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Re: Recommendations for tapping out a reproducer thumbscrew?
I think APSCO offers this service for around $10.
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Re: Recommendations for tapping out a reproducer thumbscrew?
A very small drill bit and hope it will Come out. Otherwise, drill and tap the new hole.
The second option is the bets IMHO.
Good luck with your project.
The second option is the bets IMHO.
Good luck with your project.
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