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Old 31st Mar 2018, 11:18 am   #1
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Default Sony CL-C7 UB Betamax - Loading

Hi..

I've obtained a Sony C7 Betamax. I've read around and it seems these units are quite problematic so it was no surprise when this unit wasn't functioning.

The first issue is that the tape doesn't load, the motor is working fine but the loading ring isn't moving without a bit of manual intervention. I have no doubt this is an issue with the loading belt. I have removed this and whilst intact and non sticky it does look a bit droopy and slack.

I have looked for belt kits for this set on the internet with no luck so will need to source and order based on measurements.

Can anyone recommend a preferably UK based site that carries belts that may be suitable.

Apologies if this is covered elsewhere on this forum, I can't see anything generic.

Best Regards

Neil
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Old 1st Apr 2018, 2:17 pm   #2
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Default Re: Sony CL-C7 UB Betamax - Loading

If it is indeed belts you need then there is a couple of uk ebay sellers currently advertising C7 Belt kits.
A simple search on ebay will find them.
Good luck with the restoration of these lovely old machines.
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Default Re: Sony CL-C7 UB Betamax - Loading

This website in Germany has many belt kits for these old machines.

https://www.safferthal.de/de/VR-70-Riemen.html
Hope this helps.

Fivos.
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Default Re: Sony CL-C7 UB Betamax - Loading

Have you seen
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sony-Betama...sAAOSwiflaukLJ
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