The Talking Machine Forum — For All Antique Phonographs & Recordings

Posted: **Tue Mar 06, 2012 10:59 am**

Henry wrote:I'm sure all the posters to this thread already know this, but for those who've never tried it, make sure that your motor springs are wound down all the way before attempting to remove the governor, or you'll get a nasty and unwelcome surprise in the form of sudden release of spring tension ( = loud whir with rapid spinning of spring canister(s) and oil/grease on you, your brand new shirt, your walls, ceiling, furniture, carpet, dog, etc.,etc.). I know, it happened to me. It's something akin to being spooked by a ruffed grouse in the forest, but a lot messier.

Good point! You'll only make the mistake once, because it IS a memorable experience.

No damage was done to the spring or gears in my case, but I suppose anything could happen.

Posted: **Fri Mar 09, 2012 2:43 am**

anchorman wrote:
I think I put some 40 weight mobil 1 on there, but it may have been 20 weight. what would be correct?

Singer sewing machine oil

Posted: **Fri Mar 09, 2012 3:19 am**

I have that in the form of a 5 gallon bucket of spindle oil for my lathe and milling machine. for those looking for viscosity numbers, that is about sae 10, or iso 32 viscosity I think.

The Talking Machine Forum — For All Antique Phonographs & Recordings

whirling noise from motor-not a horrible noise.

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