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Loricraft and power cord upgrade?

I have had a Loricraft PRC4 vacuum cleaner for LPs for some time now. It really makes a dramatic difference in surface noise and brings to life old records that I thought were beyond hope.

Having changed my setup, I found myself with a spare AC cord (Iego using Furukawa OCC copper and quality connectors). So I asked, why not? I tried swapping it for the generic 16 gauge cord and vacuumed a record.

Now given that I only have one record for each album, it's hard to do controlled comparisons with respect to cleaning quality. But I think I hear a difference in the tone/noise of the motor and pump. Will it clean better? One wonders. It is a motor after all and although is not in the path of the stereo system, indirectly by acting on the LP surface, it can make a positive contribution. Is this too far-fetched?
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classicjazz OP
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It's all in good fun. I actually was curious what kind of response I would get. I was re-arranging the furniture and decided to move the RCM out of the living room for aesthetic reasons.I didn't realize it had a detachable power cord so I decided to muse online on the possibilities. I have not tried an upgraded power cord on it.

But you have given me ideas. What about the microwave? I'm also thinking my fridge, which buzzes all day long. Perhaps someone should open this market for upgraditis - I will be a fast follower if it works.
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