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RCM Fluid Applicator: Loricraft

In anticipation of the arrival of a just ordered Loricraft -- replacing my VPI16.5 -- I have a question about cleaning solution application.

Spraying/spritzing the record cleaning solution is the method employeed in the Loricraft demo video. Given the higher RPM of the Loricraft vs the VPI (and run-off concerns), using a spray, rather than the drip method of application (before brushing), would appear to be sensible.

As my preferred cleaning solution is RRL, and Brian Weitzel has cautioned against cross-contamination, I'm concerned with simply pouring RRL into just ANY spray bottle.

Are you utilizing a spray bottle, atomizer, and if so:
What are you using?
Where did you procure it?

Assuming some sort of residule may be remaining from the bottle’s/sprayer’s manufacturing, should one be concerned with cleaning the bottle/sprayer etc.? If so, what should be used to clean it?
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jtimothya
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Since I give each cleaner its own applicator, cross contamination is not a concern.

Premier - Here I'm probably guilty of flagrant indulgence. I hold the nylon brush that comes with the PRC-3 kit against the record at a right angle to the grooves and spray Premier across it from outer to inner groove as the record turns. Some folks advocate spraying it on a cotton ball then applying as the motor spins the record.

Otherwise, all cleaning fluid gets applied with the motor off.

Bugtessel gets applied using the sprayer. I then ensure complete coverage with a foam painters brush, spreading it around by following the grooves. The only thing I use that brush for.

RRL wash gets transferred from its large bottle to a smaller drip bottle dedicated for it. I squirt some on the record then spread it with a likewise dedicated Record Doctor brush.

Congrats on getting a Loricraft - it is an excellent machine and your records will love you for it. :-)

Tim
jtimothya
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Here's another question: any suggestions on "thread management"? Darn if the thread doesn't keep slipping off the spool and wraps itself around the base of the brass bracket that supports the spool.

Yes - this is a hassle, though the cure is easy enough. I put a couple small O-Rings or rubber grommets on the spool spindle. This holds the spool tight, controls the thread and prevents it from spinning. When you need to let out more thread, just turn the spool with the vacuum on. Once I did this I've had no more thread drooping off the spindle.

Cheers,
Tim
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