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I am looking to purchase a Magnavox Hi-Fi Stereo Console (not sure of the model but looks to be mid-60s design); the seller said everything works okay except that the turntable was slow to spin up unless he "put pressure on it" with his hand. Does this sound like a belt problem or something that I can fix relatively easily? This is going to be a birthday present for my fiance so I kind of wanted to give her a WORKING console.

Thanks for the help,
-T

I am assuming this has a Collero Changer. Probably the idler (no belt on this unit), is dried out. Remove the platter by removing the small retaining clip at the bottom of the spindle, and clean the small rubber wheel located on the left hand side with rubbing alcohol. Also clean the large rubber wheel and the inside rim of the platter. Do not soak these. Just use a cloth wet with alcohol.. NOTE: This is the "quick 'n dirty" method just to get things going. The best method is to clean and lube the changer, motor and platter bearings. Also, you may want to replace that stylus. A worn stylus can ruin a record in one play. There are sites dedicated to the Maggies with detailed how to's. I have a '50s Maggie and listen to it often. You won't be disapointed. These are great instruments. I hope Record Changer will expand on this. He knows Magnovox. Regards.

The motors on Collaro changers left to themselves for years usually need a relube too.