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Old 22nd May 2021, 8:40 pm   #17
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Default Re: Cassette capstan speed.

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Originally Posted by jmcilkley View Post
I didn't have the right size for the capstan belt and used one that was too small. It seemed to work ok but I guess it was pulling the capstan out of alignment.
Yes it would and it will also cause excessive wear on the capstan bearing. I once came across such a bearing that had worn oval....The customer complained that it was running 'a bit slow....'!

It is quite amazing what some people will listen to before they decide that something is wrong!
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