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Subject: Re: [Mellotronists] Re: hi everyone! + oiling the tron?

From: Bruce Daily <pocotron@...>
Date: 2007-05-13

--- ceccles_ca <ecclesreinson@...> wrote:

> --- In Mellotronists@yahoogroups.com, Bondage Master
> ignacionietocarvajal@...> wrote:
> I have been oiling my 'tron in the past but never
> quite sure if I'm
> doing it well.


> I would not oil it. You should be able to play your
> new mellotron for
> the next 20 years without oiling.
>
> I have never used lubricant on reel to reel tape
> recorders or any
> other mag tape machine.
>
> Clay
> MK VI #019
>
> P.S. Dr. Jerry (the Proctologist) may recommend
> lubricant, but that's
> another story.
>
>
>
Hi all-
Welcome to all new members. You have chosen well.
Keep the rubber gloves close, though :)

Here's a related question. I am in the middle of
cleaning and re-positioning the motor on my M400. Got
the new grommets and washers, too. Upon removing the
belt I noticed that the flywheel/capstain turn freely.
However, the bearings make a little noise, as if the
balls are loose inside. Is this normal, or does it
indicate a need for oil and/or bearing replacement?

-Bruce Daily
M400 #1221




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