Thanks Nigel. I ordered a replacement idler. Hopefully that does the trick. Regards Rick On Sun, Nov 8, 2026 at 8:12 AM Nigel Pugh <nigeljpugh@gmail.com> wrote:
I would check there is no other binding , such as the main turntable shaft, and the idler wheel spring is working ok. If not then the first / cheapest option is to replace the idler wheel. If it's still slow, take the motor off, take it to pieces and clean the bushings, and lubricate with the tiniest amount of motor oil. Detergent free. If that doesn't fix it, it's likely to be an issue with the motor itself that you may have to swap out. But start with the easiest options first. Nigel, uk
On 7 Nov 2026 at 18:45, Jukebox Repairman via Jukebox-list < jukebox-list@lists.netlojix.com> wrote:
It's not the diameter I was referring too I meant more of it slipping. The softer more pliable rubber would have more friction / bite. There is some "wavering" in the audio quality On Sat, Nov 7, 2026 at 1:19 PM mboessen--- via Jukebox-list < jukebox-list@lists.netlojix.com> wrote:
Hi, Rick:
The diameter of the idler wheel shouldn't affect the speed, as it just transfers the feet per minuet of the motor shaft to the turntable. If the idler is slipping, you would have a lot of wow and flutter, more of a random variation in the song sound. If it is turning at a good, steady rate and is just slow, the diameter of the shaft is not correct.
Not sure if that helps. I'm more of a phonograph guy than a juke guy, but the principle is the same.
Best
Mike
On 2026-11-07 10:55, Jukebox Repairman via Jukebox-list wrote:
I was working on this Model F and it was playing slow. Checked tracking pressure and its spot on (I have a gauge) I did scuff the idler wheel a bit and scuffed inside of the turntable but it's still playing just a bit slow
Do you think replacing the idler would fix the issue and if so where can i order one??
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