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Hey everyone.
I was playing one of my records when I heard a snap in my phonograph and it slowed to a stop. Since it occasionally makes sounds and thought it had just wound down, I tried cranking it, but when I didn't hear the motor begin to turn I realized what had happened. While I am bummed out, Im not suprised, since it served 98 years and may not have been properly cared for for a while. I know springs can can be repaired or replaced, but I am not going to try to do it myself, I'd just make it worse. Is there anyone on here who would be willing to repair it for me, and if so could you give me an estimate? Thanks so much.

Regards

Colin

You may want to try [email protected]. He is located in Great Lakes (Great Lakes Antique Phonograph) Name is George Vollema. I've used him often. Tell him Squeeker7 sent you

Sure. I've contadted Walt Sommers (gettysburg antique phonograph) as well. Its probably good to get a couple estimates.

RDGCrusader wrote:Sure. I've contadted Walt Sommers (gettysburg antique phonograph) as well. Its probably good to get a couple estimates.

I am pretty sure Walt is away until mid Aug. I tried to buy something from his ebay store and it made a note of that. I would imagine he still answers emails...but just a heads up on that.