Hello, [quote user="Step1"] I am intrigued - what rubber damper are you referrng to? [/quote] Sorry, I meant rubber stops ! The arm moves... The pulley (thanks Jeff!) doesn't have a perfect rotation but I haven't said my last word. What you see is a rolled sheet of plastic... Right and left movement work but if I can get a slow or

I've just finished the alu covers. I removed the transport damage (metallic parts rubbing against one another) with a product called "Argentil" normally used to remove silver oxidation. It came out perfect! For the lid, Brasso and a French product called "Restom PAP 5000" (actually this is produced next to my place, but they

Hi, Well actually it isn't that bad, I will use humbrol paint to repair the scratched zone. Yes the bulb has gone. I've asked Martin for the part... I'm sure he has it! And yes the pulley's on its way from the US! Thanks for the detector arm tip!

[quote user="chartz"] What doesn't: The arm lift is completely stuck, that was expected, [/quote] Fixed. Also tested: 33 and 45 speeds, stable. Oh, and the illuminated adjusters! I wasn't expecting that! [quote user="chartz"] Both motors are very noisy... [/quote] Fixed the main motor, quite easy to lubricate actually, nothing

Hello, I have had some time to look into the Beogram. What works so far: The command panel, The strobe. Er... That's it! What doesn't: Both motors are very noisy, The arm lift is completely stuck, that was expected, The detector bulb is out , Martin are you there? The strobe markings are scratched, I still miss the worm screw pulley! The alu

Hello, I have the opportunity to buy a Beomaster 1000 (white piano keys) locally. Is this a desirable item and how much should I pay for it? It is in very good condition, but the left keys seem to be stuck. Thanks for your comments!

Hi, Well then I got ripped off, big way... I bought mine (a 4000 in VGC, but not working) for the princely sum of €80... more of which later! I also bought my (very nice) 4002 for 50€.

Hi, Any news?

Hello Alistair, To me, this is can be a problem with the left spool brake becoming dirty. I quote an email I got from Tim Jarman ('hope he doesn't mind): [quote user="Tim Jarman"] Check the brakes, there are three felt pads that act on the spool carriers (best accessed with the cassette tray removed), they can get gummed up with dirt

Hi, So, have you bought it yet? Any photos?