Lenco tables


I've read so many excellent, almost unbelievable threads on how good a modded lenco table sounds, that i talked my friend into buying one, and now he is mad at me, because he had only two words to describe his new purchase, "it sucks" !! whats up, why oh why, did you lead me down the wrong path ???
readster
First trick is finding a good one. While these may be the giant killers they are old and given they were sold as run of the mill players, likely many owners did not care for them, so finding a quality one, especially after all the hype now not so easy. I am weary of the few models I have seen advertised.

Given that a Loricraft(similar concept) is going to cost over 10X, for a 501 new model and close to 5X for a good 401, same with Teres, Sota, etc... high-end tables still going to keep my eyes open for a Lenco. Meanwhile saving up for one of the expensive but quality commercial models in case my patience wears out.

So count me in line if your friend wants to sell, if Pics can be provided to show motor/platter unit not damaged. Which is still hard to completely verify via photos but can at least catch an obvious flaw. Still a gamble until arrives and can inspect in detail.

Adding all this effort up, if you have time great, but ironically for me time is much if not more of a constraint.
R, e-mail me with what you want to do. My son and I have built six of them (though many others have built them, too). I'd like to hear one in your system. Maybe building one for you could work out.
Rich,

If David is up to building one for you I would go for it. Lencos definitely have alot going for them and I'm confident he can get as close to the max as anyone of what they can offer. Even if it doesn't prove to be the last table you ever buy you will still get a real work of art that you'll be tickled with for many years to come, both in looks and performace.

Btw, hope you can make it to Denver next month!
Thanks for the input all!

David I e-mailed you......Dan, I'll try calling you!

P.S. Didn't Albert Porter do a Lenco project...hey Albert???