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25th Jan 2006, 11:41 am | #1 |
Octode
Join Date: Nov 2003
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Ekco AC64 tuning reduction drive
Members may wish to know of problems encountered with the tuning reduction drive on this set. Reduction drives are normally self contained and pose no problems. On the AC64 however, the mechanism is made up of several parts which are completely unprotected from the ravages of time. The assembly had to be completely dismantled to enable a thorough clean and re-lube. Unfortunately, the drive has a tendency to dismantle itself with little provocation . Reassembly is an art in itself, requiring perfect alignment of the reduction gear within the outer steel frame. It is hard to describe the process of reassembly, all I can do is to show images which indicate how the parts go together. I would say that it is better not to disassemble whenever possible.
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