[Phono-L] Big Screw Driver

2007-08-26 Thread Mike Stitt
Jerry, This is a very easy fix. I can't believe an advance collector a would ask. You new at this? Here's how to deal with it no problem Sell it to me for $50.00. See problem solved. From plav...@gmail.com Mon Aug 27 04:10:00 2007 From: plav...@gmail.com (Robert Plavzic) Date: Mon Aug 27

[Phono-L] I need help! (Or a big screwdriver)

2007-08-26 Thread phonol...@mac.com
I had this exact problem, and was able to solve it with repeated applications of graphite lock lubricant sprayed through the keyhole. It took a while, but the key was finally able to work. It sure beat prying it open! On Aug 26, 2007, at 8:52 PM, DeeDee Blais wrote: > I've collected 30+

[Phono-L] I need help! (Or a big screwdriver)

2007-08-26 Thread john robles
If it comes down to it, the best way to open it if the lock is broken is to use a hacksaw blade, inserting it in the space between the lid and the rim of the machine, and sawing across the brass 'tongue' of the lock, separating it into two pieces and freeing the lid to open. This process may ca

[Phono-L] A-250 prevent bedplate paint damage

2007-08-26 Thread Andrew Baron
I wrote and emailed this earlier today, but not to the forum. Some of the questions in my Questionnaire might require raising or removing the motor board. For those who are willing to do this, here is a set of instructions that will help to prevent damage caused by the crescent shaped aut

[Phono-L] I need help! (Or a big screwdriver)

2007-08-26 Thread Rich
If the key locked it then the same key will unlock it. I have no first hand knowledge of the internal working of that lock. But the thing that usually fixes balky locks for me is a dry lubricant. Something like powdered mica. Stay away from graphite or oil, far away. This can take some do

[Phono-L] I need help! (Or a big screwdriver)

2007-08-26 Thread Andrew Baron
I assume you've already taken this into account, but if not: Make sure that the lid isn't bearing hard against the side of the lock bolt, as might occur if there's a slight warp to the lid, or if the hinge is distorted. Try gently pushing it left, right, forward or rearward while you try th

[Phono-L] I need help! (Or a big screwdriver)

2007-08-26 Thread DeeDee Blais
I've collected 30+ years and in that time have seen or purchased several Victrolas that were injured because someone used a screwdriver to pry open the locked lid. I've always wondered what was that knucklehead thinking? (Can you tell where this is going?) Today I purchased a beautiful golden oa

[Phono-L] Klingsor machine

2007-08-26 Thread phonop...@aol.com
Hi, all-- I hate to be cynical, but it really shouldn't surprise anyone that these kind of shenanigans occur on eBay -- it's just chock full of fraud from the littlest "I don't have a crank, so I don't know if it works" to the biggest shill bidding and false sales. And eBay unfortunately

[Phono-L] Two questions added to the A-250 questionnaire

2007-08-26 Thread Loran T. Hughes
Andy, Please feel free to continue posting you updates! Loran On Aug 26, 2007, at 6:53 PM, Andrew Baron wrote: > For those who are following this study, two more questions have > been added to the bottom of the Edison A-250 questionnaire: > 18) Cabinet finish (may add more specifics later): >

[Phono-L] Klingsor machine

2007-08-26 Thread aph4...@aol.com
In a message dated 8/26/2007 6:41:01 P.M. Mountain Daylight Time, k...@lemur.org writes: If you look carefully at the items in the previous auction and the ones in their new auction, you will see that they are the same. Really odd! Ken Danckaert Thanks Ken, I hadn't looked at the entir

[Phono-L] Klingsor machine

2007-08-26 Thread aph4...@aol.com
Hi group, I have been interested in Klingsor machines for some time, having restored one recently. But I have become distressed about the "sale" of a machine on eBay by "GoAntiques". I was wondering whether anyone else has been concerned about this "auctioneer". The same machine has been pl