Jeff: Q tip is fine. Use isopropyl alcohol on the capstan and tape heads. Use Fantastic on the pinch roller. Alcohol dries out the rubber shortening its life. Derek

Jeff: Try several more tapes and see if the problem crops up again. If it is the only the one cassette I wouldn't worry about it. Some tapes have been known to "squeel" due to polymer breakdown leading to a condition called binder hydrolysis. This causes the tape to be sticky generating the squeel through stiction (stick, slip friction

Keith: Thanks so much for your prompt reply. This is what I was looking for! I'd like to add from my experience here (for those who may come across this thread in search of the same) that to completely restore everything to default you need to first reset the base, then reset the handset. If you rest the handset first, then you will need to re-register

Hi: I picked up a Beocom 6000 Phone. It is used and has a number of phone numbers stored in the base. How can I clear the base to restore factory settings? I already checked old posts but only found instructions for resetting the handset. Thanks, Derek

Menahem: Fill the crack with super glue to stabilize it. Then fill the cavity of the crack with epoxy. Before the epoxy cures use a razor blaze to cut off the excess amount. When cured, use a black marker to colour the epoxy. Should be good as new. Derek

Martin: I did not replace the bipolar electrolytic cap in the transformer. I did not replace the bypass caps on the regulators on the chasis. All caps on the control board have been replaced. The intermitent problem seems to be getting the MPU to "boot" properly. By unplugging and plugging the power cord, I am able to get it to run again.

Hello: I'm trying to restore a Beogram 8002 and could use some pointers. When I plug it in, sometimes the unit will power up and respond. Sometimes it is dead. When working, I am able to engage the turn function and it is able to hold speed 33 and 45. Often it takes a while before the servo reaches steady state. The motor is very weak The pitch

Hi: You asked this question a while ago. I now have another solution for you. I was working on a Beogram 8002 this weekend adjusting level height. In addition to the adjustment on the hex nut on the suspension, the platter level can also be audjusted based on the threaded rod that that holds the leaf spring in place. But shifting the distance of the

Hi: With Martin's help, I'm nearing the complete rescue/restoration of a beogram 4002. I sourced a dustcover and am now looking for wood trim pieces. If anyone's got a donor machine and can help out, please let me know! Thanks, Derek

Andy, thank you for getting back to me!!! Derek