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I received a VV-IV for Christmas, but the turntable runs too fast. By too fast I mean it appears to be running 90 or more RPM. What could be the problem, and how could I fix it. Also could a piece of old sewing machine belt be used as brake leather and or governor leather? Pictures will be posted later. Thanks again, and Merry Christmas.

There is a dial on the front right in front of turntable to control the speed,but im assuming you know that .merry xmas.

I have tried using the knob, on mine it is on the top left, most of the way down makes it sound like a machinegun, but doesn't slow it down. What can I do?

Check that, it's ALIVE!!!

GrafonolaG50 wrote:I have tried using the knob, on mine it is on the top left, most of the way down makes it sound like a machinegun, but doesn't slow it down. What can I do?

It sounds as if your governor (speed regulating mechanism) is broken. Over time, the little weights become loose and fall off.

It's fixed, was turning the knob the wrong way. Now it is singing once again. Only thing it needs is a crank etucheon

Pictures, also is this machine oak or mahogany?

Looks like oak to me. Glad you got it working.

Congratulations on the Victrola. Do you have some records that are from the time the machine was made?
See the PM, please.

Thank you to everyone, and have a safe and happy holidays.