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Rubbing sound fromTechnics SP 15 platter

I just salvaged two Technics SP 15 decks with AT tonearms from a closed radio station. While both decks spin, each makes a rubbing sound when the platter rotates.

I have not investigated yet, having no real experience in turntable repair. Any thoughts what might be the problem? I have no idea whether these tables were recently in use or not,,,my guess is not. I'd rather not spend $$$ having a tech trouble shoot if the problem is as simple as adding oil or as serious as DOA.

I also secured a truly vintage Fairchild belt driven transcription broadcast table (cicra 1960)with 2 original 12" Gray Research arms, cartridges and integral metal stand. The set up must weight close to 100#. I would like to have it restored. This table is a real collector's item. Any thoughts who to contact?

Thanks.

Brian
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I own 2 of these things. I doubt - with all due respect - that the rubbing sound you hear is either the bearing or the spindle but almost certainly the brake. There is a simple adjustment to be made. Download the manual from vinylengine and I think it is one of the first things mentioned.

You can even adjust it so that the brake is never in contact with the platter. If you are not using this for radio, I doubt you will need the brake.

Best ~

Joe
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