Nakamichi 1000 needs repair - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

Phil Croucher · 4th Feb 2009, 6:39 am

Can anyone recommend someone who can fix the right channel on this machine? I have to push the level right up to balance the neeedles. Would welcome any suggestions, thanks!

Phil

Phil G4SPZ · 4th Feb 2009, 10:09 am

Has the problem come on suddenly or gradually? This effect can be caused by a build up of dirt (oxide) on the record/replay head(s). Try cleaning thoroughly with a cotton bud moistened with isopropyl alcohol or similar (I use Ronsonol lighter fluid). Try using a bright light to see whether the heads are scrupulously clean.

Phil Croucher · 4th Feb 2009, 5:53 pm

Actually, it's been sat around for yonks - I'll try that, thanks! It plays back fine

Phil

ady · 6th Feb 2009, 12:22 pm

hi - B&W in worthing still service Nakamichi decks but not I think the older ones due to lack of spares but I'd highly recommend joining the naktalk@naks.com mailing list. There's a wealth of knowledge in it's members some of whom used to service these decks when they were new...

a common issue on many nakamichi decks is the metalized polypropylene orange capacitors that need to be replaced:

http://www.nakremotes.com/Geo/Scott_...0Cap%20Disease

adrian

4th Feb 2009, 6:39 am	#1
Phil Croucher Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: High Wycombe Posts: 2	Nakamichi 1000 needs repair Can anyone recommend someone who can fix the right channel on this machine? I have to push the level right up to balance the neeedles. Would welcome any suggestions, thanks! Phil

4th Feb 2009, 10:09 am	#2
Phil G4SPZ Dekatron Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Bewdley, Worcestershire, UK. Posts: 4,748	Re: Nakamichi 1000 needs repair Has the problem come on suddenly or gradually? This effect can be caused by a build up of dirt (oxide) on the record/replay head(s). Try cleaning thoroughly with a cotton bud moistened with isopropyl alcohol or similar (I use Ronsonol lighter fluid). Try using a bright light to see whether the heads are scrupulously clean. __________________ Phil Optimist [n]: One who is not in possession of the full facts

4th Feb 2009, 5:53 pm	#3
Phil Croucher Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: High Wycombe Posts: 2	Re: Nakamichi 1000 needs repair Actually, it's been sat around for yonks - I'll try that, thanks! It plays back fine Phil

6th Feb 2009, 12:22 pm	#4
ady Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bristol, UK Posts: 30	Re: Nakamichi 1000 needs repair hi - B&W in worthing still service Nakamichi decks but not I think the older ones due to lack of spares but I'd highly recommend joining the naktalk@naks.com mailing list. There's a wealth of knowledge in it's members some of whom used to service these decks when they were new... a common issue on many nakamichi decks is the metalized polypropylene orange capacitors that need to be replaced: http://www.nakremotes.com/Geo/Scott_...0Cap%20Disease adrian