Hey all,
Got a 38 to work on. I got it in a town close to the ocean and it was fed plenty of SSS Ampex 456. As a result, there is buildup a plenty.
I think the heads have a 50/50 chance to be okay as the buildup was mostly on the metal parts of the tape path. Feel free to look at the pics and assess. I won't get to run any tape until I've cleared the rust.
I've cleared a majority of the rust with Q-Tips and 99% isopropyl. About to jump in on a second go over. The buildup on shaft on the left feed motor is being particularly stubborn. The motor runs well and has plenty lubrication thankfully.
How careful should I be about scratching the surfaces of the metal? Will superficial scratches (metal feels smooth) mess with tape alignment? At what point do I start replacing metal bits? Any metal cleaning tips and dos/donts appreciated.
I have Brasso, Isopropyl 99%, and acetone.
Got a 38 to work on. I got it in a town close to the ocean and it was fed plenty of SSS Ampex 456. As a result, there is buildup a plenty.
I think the heads have a 50/50 chance to be okay as the buildup was mostly on the metal parts of the tape path. Feel free to look at the pics and assess. I won't get to run any tape until I've cleared the rust.
I've cleared a majority of the rust with Q-Tips and 99% isopropyl. About to jump in on a second go over. The buildup on shaft on the left feed motor is being particularly stubborn. The motor runs well and has plenty lubrication thankfully.
How careful should I be about scratching the surfaces of the metal? Will superficial scratches (metal feels smooth) mess with tape alignment? At what point do I start replacing metal bits? Any metal cleaning tips and dos/donts appreciated.
I have Brasso, Isopropyl 99%, and acetone.