thedudleys
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Greetings, I have been learning how to repair this TEAC 80-8. Referencing other threads on this site and many more, I've been able to install new microswitches, 3D print and install a new tension limiter, replace the capstan belt, free up the frozen pinch roller assembly and clean it. There's a few more minor things I'd like to do, but I'm at a standstill now with the reel motors grinding when trying to turn the reels. Also, I may have reassembled the pinch roller assembly incorrectly, as it does not make contact with the capstan now. Here is a video showing these issues, I also included some pictures just to show the general state of the machine. With my limited knowledge, I would assume the reel motors need oil, but I'm not sure how to do this as I do not see the oil tubes like the capstan motor has. I plan to be very active in this thread and will provide more info as needed. Thanks for any help!
(I cannot post links to the video/photos yet as this is one of the first posts I have made. When I can, I will)
(I cannot post links to the video/photos yet as this is one of the first posts I have made. When I can, I will)