Question about Technics SL-1210 Turntable

1210,s was playin out live at private open air bash. one deck just stopped, kind of went with a push then stopped completely. platter stiff, cant turn it at all.

Scott Frye May 11, 2010

If it still wont rotate after lube, replace the motor.
There are a few guys online who have parts

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Bad thrust bearing for the platter. use a penetrating oil on the spindle and let stand. then try rotating it after a while.

Posted on Sep 11, 2007

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