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How often do you replace your belt?

No, this is not one of those questions where I'm looking for an answer like, "After Thanksgiving." The belt on my table is over three years old. When I place the brush on the vinyl, it slows down now. I'm also questioning the sound quality lately, I'm thinking, the belt may need replacement. Does anyone have a formula? Like every year or so? In which case I'm long overdue? I just ordered a new Turbo power supply. Maybe all I needed to do was replace the belt? Hmmm...

Thanx,

Dave
rolloff
aida_w
308 posts
 
>>How often do you replace your belt?
I did it once on my Transrotor TT - in 25 years!
phd
1,008 posts
 
Try cleaning the belt with rubbing alcohol, there will be less slippage.
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viridian
4,184 posts
 
Never, I own a direct-drive table. For those less fortunate, a cleaning can help (clean both the belt and the surface of the platter or sub-platter that the belt rides on) and VPI recommends putting the belt in a baggie with talcum powder in it before replacing it on the turntable. I have never heard of another manufacturer suggesting this regimen
rolloff OP
128 posts
 
I think, for $10. I may just order a new one as suggested...
I'll let everyone knwo how it goes. Then again, while waiting for the new one, I may try some cleaning magic.

Thanks,
Dave
hcaudio
4 posts
 
Rubber renew. Google for the best deal/local sales. $5-6 for a small bottle which will last forever if you're just cleaning turntable belts.. your belt will be just like new again... maybe even a bit better. Talcum powder sounds like a bad idea, odd VPI would suggest making the rubber surface less likely to grip the platter at 100%.
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