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Hi all,

Ive recently encountered an issue with my Standard B. When I go to set the reproducer on the record, the mandrel stops moving. The motor is running still, but the mandrel doesn't move. When I lift up the carriage, the mandrel still doesnt move, even though the motor is running.

I've noticed that it doesn't stop exactly when I put it on the record. It slows down the closer I get. Any help?

Thanks

Perhaps the belt is too loose. The B models had belt tensioners. I'd make sure it is being used and working properly. I hope this helps. Jerry Blais

It's definitely a loose belt. There are discussions on how to install a belt. The Complete Talking Machine by Eric Reiss has an article on belt installation. If you don't have this book, I suggest you get a copy.
Harvey ?Kravitz

Jerry B. wrote:Perhaps the belt is too loose. The B models had belt tensioners. I'd make sure it is being used and working properly. I hope this helps. Jerry Blais

If the belt is loose then a temp fix is to take it off and rough up the inside with a knife. That will add a little more tension.. It also could be the adjustment on the carriage arm that puts too much tension on the feed screw or a main spring getting weaker. Couple of hints. Tom B

Check the adjustments of the end bearings as well.

Bill

Thanks guys, this has been quite helpful! It's now playing just fine.

So it was the tweedle rod, next to the watch-ya- ma- call- it, attached to the thing a ma jig. They always need adjusted. Glad to hear it is running... Tom B

What did you do to make the repair? Jerry