How to take reproducer off of tone arm on Columbia grafonola

[Victrolaman]

Hi guys I'm restoring a Columbia grafonola d2 machine
Parts came today and I can't figure out how to get The reproducer off the arm, there is a little pin that sticks out when I turn the reproducer moves in the feels like it catches in a notch but I don't dare force it,
Anyone have any help or pictures of it being done,
I appreciate your help

[estott]

If I recall, you turn the reproducer until the needle bar is parallel with the arm- the spring loaded pin is disengaged and you should be able to pull the reproducer out. It's likely to be stuck due to dirt and metal swelling so wiggle it gently and drip a little oil into the seam.

[Shane]

That's correct, but be VERY careful with it. The whole dang thing is pot metal.

I usually don't even try to remove it from the arm, as it is possible to put in new gaskets and mica without actually removing the reproducer.

[alang]

I was very successful using lots of Liquid Wrench Dry Silicone spray before trying. Be patient, may take over night or even longer.
Andreas