I'd still put the scraping sound down to the platter height not being correctly adjusted. There isn't really anything that could cause this near the motor assembly (unless the pully has worked its way up/down the motor shaft which is pretty unlikely, not impossible though as it is a push fit). When adjusted to the correct height the platter

The Script album via some newly refurbished GREY CX100's. I'd almost forgotten how good an album this is, not a duff song on there

Hi Bill - welcome to Beoworld. What are you wanting to connect to your sysytem? I'm assuming you have the Beomaster 5500, if so there may be other options. Chris.

Re:- the scraping turntable. Are the transport screws fully released? Chris. PS, am I right in assuming this was the "Last chance" ebay sale that was going to the tip if no one bought it? There's a terminal 5000 on ebay UK at present.

Looks in absolutely beautiful condition Martin - the sneak preview I had doesn't do it justice Chris.

[quote user="vikinger"] The stands previously sold on eBay had a very heavy circular stainless steel base, and the general form was similar to the design spotted above by Sigmund. [/quote] These were home made affairs with a Beo 4 wall bracket stuck to a circular base - I always thought they were a bit amateurish to be honest. Chris.

Sadly the remotes are worth more than the TV's nowadays Chris.

Huge thanks from me also. I'm particularly pleased with the continuity in support shown by our sponsors. Proves we must all be doing something right Chris.

[quote user="Craig"] So Chris. Are these radiactive isotopes anything like radioactive isotopes? [/quote] Hmmm...... remember the saying about bricks & glass houses Craig? Have a read through some of your most recent posts & I think you'll get the picture..... Chris.

[quote user="Stonk"] " hallow there how u doin i hope ur fine list its k for £20 please " The first one made me laugh but I don't even know what to say to the second guy! He's from Berkshire, UK. [/quote] Is it mushroom picking season in Berkshire? Chris.