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Amberola V Not Raising Diamond B Reproducer High Enough
Posted: Tue Jul 21, 2020 10:08 am
by Dave D
Hello,
I just finished up an Amberola V that has been in the same family since new. I noticed when they dropped it off that the reproducer weight was not being raised high enough to properly clear the record, but I had hoped after I cleaned and lubed everything that it would be ok. It's not.
Any advice on how to make it go just a tiny bit higher?
Thanks!
Dave D
Re: Amberola V Not Raising Diamond B Reproducer High Enough
Posted: Tue Jul 21, 2020 4:47 pm
by JerryVan
Dave,
Is the raising mechanism anything like the Amberola 50, 75, etc? If so, I've seen where the cam end of the raisng/lowering lever has worn and does not give the full range of movement that it once had.
Re: Amberola V Not Raising Diamond B Reproducer High Enough
Posted: Tue Jul 21, 2020 5:47 pm
by Dave D
No Jerry, it's not that at all.
Dave
Re: Amberola V Not Raising Diamond B Reproducer High Enough
Posted: Tue Jul 21, 2020 9:02 pm
by JerryVan
Dave D wrote:No Jerry, it's not that at all.
Dave
I am a failure...
Re: Amberola V Not Raising Diamond B Reproducer High Enough
Posted: Wed Jul 22, 2020 12:00 am
by Jerry B.
Do you have access to a machine with the same reproducer? If you swapped reproducers you would know if the issue is with the mechanism or the reproducer. Just a suggestion...
Jerry B.
Re: Amberola V Not Raising Diamond B Reproducer High Enough
Posted: Wed Jul 22, 2020 2:17 am
by Inigo
Some detailed photos would help the diagnosis...
Re: Amberola V Not Raising Diamond B Reproducer High Enough
Posted: Wed Jul 22, 2020 12:10 pm
by Dave D
Jerry B. wrote:Do you have access to a machine with the same reproducer? If you swapped reproducers you would know if the issue is with the mechanism or the reproducer. Just a suggestion...
Jerry B.
I had already thought of that and determined it is wear in the lifting mechanism.
Re: Amberola V Not Raising Diamond B Reproducer High Enough
Posted: Wed Jul 22, 2020 12:13 pm
by Dave D
I epoxied a thin strip of brass to the bottom of the reproducer and that allows me to get enough clearance when a record is removed or put on the mandrel. There was just enough wear in the lifting mechanism that made this a necessity. I nickel plated the brass and it blended right in with the rest of the reproducer. It's reversible and did not modify the reproducer. I am happy with it.
Dave D
Re: Amberola V Not Raising Diamond B Reproducer High Enough
Posted: Wed Jul 22, 2020 12:18 pm
by barnettrp21122
Check to see if the silk cord between the diaphragm and stylus is too short. Make sure the eyelet is correctly positioned at the stylus hook. Too short a connection could cause your trouble even with the lift lever pushed down.
Hope this helps!
Bob
Re: Amberola V Not Raising Diamond B Reproducer High Enough
Posted: Wed Jul 22, 2020 12:47 pm
by fran604g
I had the same trouble with mine. I simply stuck a short piece of wire insulation onto the end of the lift finger. It's not for everyone.
Best,
Fran