As Kevin says, I am more than pleased with the results of the Micro-Mesh on the Plexiglas dustcovers of my Beogram 4000, 4200, and 8000. All are now in virtually “new” condition. One thing I neglected to mention was the “final touch,” using a Griot’s orbital polisher to give a high polish look to the end product, which

Does anyone have a source for the machined drive-shaft for the arms for a Beogram 4000? When installing Martin’s new belts, I noticed that this shaft is clearly bent and I can’t imagine this to be a good thing. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Jeff

Sorry to be a “pest” however I would like to know if there are “pads” available for the dust cover of a Beogram 8000. Further, I truly am interested if there is any reason to purchase a Beogram 8002 over a Beogram 8000. From what I can see it is more style than real substance. Jeff

I can’t help much with the brushed aluminium parts, but the dust cover can be restored. What you need to do is purchase a wet sanding kit from Micro-Mesh and you will find that the results are amazing. I used this kit on my Beogram 4002 with excellent results, but my Beogram 4000 really needed attention and now looks essentially like new. NEW

Speaking of the lid, my Beogram 8000 has two molded holes, undoubtedly for some sort of dampening pad for when the cover is closed. Does anyone know if this is correct and it these pads are available? Jeff

Out of sheer curiosity are there any noteworthy improvements on the Beogram 8002 as compared to the Beogram 8000? I know that the 8002 will play a record over 9 times as compared to twice for the 8000; the 8002 has an arguably jazzier platter and takes the new line of styluses. However these are the only differences that I see. Have I missed something

Phil, You are quite right. I stand corrected. I really should have said the Beogram 4002 and 4004 have two buttons to achieve the same thing. Now if only I can figure out what is wrong with my "special" Beogram 4000 and this feature I admire so much. Jeff

Ah, the U District, I know it well, as my better half attended UW. I can’t say that I remember Precision Audio & Video, but perhaps the next time I am in Seattle I will check it out. At least the U District I can find my way around. Good grief Seattle and Bellevue have changed!

Martin, Yes there are two speeds depending how hard you press the forward or reverse “buttons.” This is one of the features that I find so special on the Beogram 4000. (The later series have two separate buttons to achieve the same thing.) Nothing appeares to be amiss in regard to the position of the buttons or corrosion. The “good”

I just installed new belts acquired from Martin, and what a difference it made. I press start and the platter moves immediately to the correct speed. Thank you Martin! I also lubricated all moving parts as per Peter’s advice with sewing machine oil. However my staccato fast forward and reverse persists. I took the control plate off and pressing