I need to replace a spring on an Amberola X with the Gem type motor. The original spring is ⅞" wide, the replacement spring arrived and is only 13/16" wide. Doesn't seem like a good idea to replace with an undersized spring. Thoughts??
Thanks! Cliff
Amberola X Spring Question
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Re: Amberola X Spring Question
Contact Wyatt Markus... Cliff.... He is the Spring master.... He will know exactly what spring you should be using...
You can reach Wyatt at either of his e-mail addresses below...
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Tony K.
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You can reach Wyatt at either of his e-mail addresses below...
[email protected] or [email protected]

Tony K.
Edison Collector/Restorer