It's looking more and more like I might have re-installed the motor incorrectly. I do have the motor tension spring, but the way that I have assembled, both ends of the spring are attached to two pieces (the motor mounting plate and the idler assembly) that do not move at all. They can't move becaus...

Greg,
Is there any way that you could post a picture of the turntable - or provide a model number? The model number will be located underneath the turntable.
Thanks,
Tom

I have just restored a 1951 Zentih Radio/Phono unit containing the S-14028 Cobra-Matic (no stroboscope) changer. After having both the large and small idler assemblies re-tired, when putting everything back together, the large idler is about 1/8 of an inch short of making contact with the motor bush...

For the feather touch Micromatic turntables used in consoles from around '62-'66, I've tried to attach the Service Manual pcitures. Regarding both needles and cartridges, the best vendor I have found is needledaddy on eBay. He not only has new old stock, but he tests each cartridge before sending it...