Im in the process of doing a restoration on a Thorens TD-124. The main bearing and spindle has been blue printed, new bushings everywhere else, professional paint restoration, a deep cleaning, lubrication, new wire harness, PCB board, new electronic components, and tuned to spec.
Below is an example of a working unit.
I'd purchased a new 12" tonearm for my build, but was reluctant to throw away the original Grado tonearm. Its busted but I thought I'd restore it.
Fortunately, I found a new replacement arm!
My model building skills came in handy. Used a micro applicator to put in some 3 day epoxy. I chose 3 day as I figured getting the pivot installed right, with enough handling, was a priority. This gave me plenty of time to adjust the A-B and X-Y axis properly for vertical clearance and equal protrusion on the horizontal plane.
It's been cold, so Im going to let it cure under a lamp for a couple of days. I'll also be able to monitor is there is any settling that requires me to adjust the pin placement. I used a caliper and a straight rule, and its spot on right now.
I do love nice clean work.
If its any interest, I can post the fishing tonearm complete with TD-124 arm board. I haven't decided if I am going to put back the original wiring, or upgrade it to something modern,
Opinions welcome.
Below is an example of a working unit.
I'd purchased a new 12" tonearm for my build, but was reluctant to throw away the original Grado tonearm. Its busted but I thought I'd restore it.
Fortunately, I found a new replacement arm!
My model building skills came in handy. Used a micro applicator to put in some 3 day epoxy. I chose 3 day as I figured getting the pivot installed right, with enough handling, was a priority. This gave me plenty of time to adjust the A-B and X-Y axis properly for vertical clearance and equal protrusion on the horizontal plane.
It's been cold, so Im going to let it cure under a lamp for a couple of days. I'll also be able to monitor is there is any settling that requires me to adjust the pin placement. I used a caliper and a straight rule, and its spot on right now.
I do love nice clean work.
If its any interest, I can post the fishing tonearm complete with TD-124 arm board. I haven't decided if I am going to put back the original wiring, or upgrade it to something modern,
Opinions welcome.
