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Post by johnnyquest on Nov 16, 2023 15:33:21 GMT
I own a Wurlitzer 2700 jukebox. I need to know how to set the needle pressure on my tone arm? Just need to make sure it is set right before deciding on what records r good or bad. Also how to make sure it is balanced right.
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Post by jukeboxmarty on Nov 16, 2023 16:54:32 GMT
Hi johnnyquest, That information is clearly spelled out in the service manual for your machine. If you don't have a manual you need to get one. Not only will it answer your question, but it gives us both a common frame of reference when we assist you.
Please see forum rule #7:
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Post by johnnyquest on Nov 16, 2023 18:55:29 GMT
I do own the service manual but am not sure exactly how to go about doing this. That is why i asked. I did order a gram gauge , but won't b here until tomorrow.
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Post by jukeboxmarty on Nov 16, 2023 23:51:06 GMT
Perfect!
The tonearm 'needle pressure adjustment' (tracking force) is shown on page 27 figure 60 of the service manual.
The 'tonearm balance adjustment' is shown on page 28 figure 61.
There are step by step instructions on those pages.
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Post by johnnyquest on Nov 17, 2023 17:25:49 GMT
I did see that in the manual. I received the gauge yesterday & i attempted it today. It was hard holding the gauge to be accurate. I did adjust it. 5-7 grams is what the manual says, which seems to be a lot. Not sure if i was accurate but seems better.
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Post by jukeboxmarty on Nov 17, 2023 17:54:23 GMT
I would agree 5 to 7 grams sees heavy, especially by today's standards.
If it was my machine, I would set it towards the lighter side.
Keep in mind, the tracking force needs to be a little heavy to overcome the counter force of the trip switch.
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