Thanks to everyone for their thoughts. I only had eight old records so I didn't want to spend a lot of money. The turntable would work fine and then slow down, and then later return to the proper speed. I have been experimenting by tapping on the turntable and noticed it would make it speed up. I lo...

Well out of six reply's only one was relevant. I also suspect the drive motor as it seems to slow down only after it has been running for awhile. However as I said these records have not been played since the 1970s and are in good condition. By the way even though it was less than $30 it has made go...

I bought a new “Vibe sound” turntable and am trying to record some old records that have not been played since the 1970s. It plays fine most of the time then it slows down. The turntable drive seems to be working and not slipping so I am wondering if the grooves in the records have a buildup or the ...