Any idea where to find Micro Seiki tonearm parts?


Specifically the main counterweight and arm pipe screw for an Ma-505III. I have already tried Ebay, machine shop, etc. Looking for more specific info. Thanks!
donshoemaker
I've hunted for parts over the years and only found miscellaneous ebay sales. You may need to buy a second arm to have spare parts on hand. If you find another source, please let us know.
The counterweight, and arm wand.. For ANY TT are nearly impossible to aquire.
My rule is NEVER buy a TT missing the spindle, platter, headshell, armwand, or counterweight!! The TT may seem like a great bargain, but trust me, it is NOT!
In general, do not buy a TT missing anything!(except TT that are designed to accept other arms, then no arm is ok)
Anyone with a spare part, is NOT gonna sell it. Unless you can make an offer they can't refuse. ((they are your mother in law...etc..)
As a Micro-Seiki collector, the best place to find parts is to join the Micro-Seiki user group on Yahoo:

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MicroSeiki/?v=1&t=directory&ch=web&pub=groups&sec=dir&slk=22

They are a great resource and have access to many parts and information. I am a long time member.