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Re: X-77-Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS - UPDATE-19FEB23 - switch problem?
You might want to try a Jonard OB-1/3 Burnisher with Black Plastic Insulated Handle, For Fine Contacts Amazon: Jonard OB-1/3 Burnisher with Black Plastic Insulated Handle, For Fine Contacts, 3" Length
By Michael Casino · #83155 ·
Re: X-77-Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS - UPDATE-19FEB23 - switch problem?
Unfortunately I haven't had any success with this switch combination.I have applied a switch cleaner without any success.I have found that there is very little contact pressure on these switches to
By Wayne Tarling · #83154 ·
Re: X-77-Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS - UPDATE-15FEB23 - switch problem?
Got it ..thanks.? Now I can see the very obvious "gap" at the contact point as well.
By Wayne Tarling · #83153 ·
Re: X-77-Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS - UPDATE-15FEB23 - switch problem?
Thanks Chris ...I'll focus on "point of contact" area "3" first.? I am thinking of "paper" first.? Thin and both marginally abrasive and absorbent. Maybe with "contacts open", I can get a longer
By Wayne Tarling · #83152 ·
Re: X-77-Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS - UPDATE-15FEB23 - switch problem?
I've just got this switch assembly from an L-100 out of my loft. If you very gently press where my screwdriver is, that pushes the spring below the actuator inwards. That makes the part of the spring
By Chris Clifton · #83151 ·
Re: X-77-Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS - UPDATE-15FEB23 - switch problem?
Yes, the clear plastic part is what actuates the contacts, the springs (1) in your photo. The contacts open when the dimple in the spring moves into the cavity in the actuator. When the actuator is
By Chris Clifton · #83150 ·
Re: X-77-Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS - UPDATE-15FEB23 - switch problem?
Thanks Chris ....now I can proceed with a little confidence ...but one simple question ....where are the actual contact points? I was able to take a few photos of what I believe is the contact area
By Wayne Tarling · #83149 ·
Re: Fw: [hammondzone] X-77-Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS - UPDATE-15FEB23 - switch problem?
Those are the type of switch used in many Hammond models, E, L and M-100 series are the most common ones, and of course, your X-77. Switch cleaner is indeed the first course of action, and may well be
By Chris Clifton · #83148 ·
Fw: [hammondzone] X-77-Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS - UPDATE-15FEB23 - switch problem?
Well, "guessing" the instructions as to which screws, etc., the entire top assembly comes right off very easily, exposing what needs to be exposed and the top metal cover, ditto. As it turns out, (as
By Wayne Tarling · #83147 ·
Fw: [hammondzone] X-77-Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS - UPDATE-14FEB23 - switch problem?
Well everything went reasonably well. TWG running very quiet.? Manuals functioning? ....pedals not. I opened up the console base panel, which had not been touched yet. I disconnected the 77 Leslie
By Wayne Tarling · #83146 ·
Re: Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS
Hello Jonathan, I tried emailing you directly this past Monday but received an error message. Can you please email me directly at csrote@.... Thnx, Cardiff Cliff
By csrote@... · #83145 ·
Re: HAMMOND - Manufacturing Video (& Leslie story)
"Depending on the answer, .......he would reply, "Don't do that! It's not necessary." .....is probably "key" .....(no pun intended) ....and of course, is the story true? I would certainly not suggest
By Wayne Tarling · #83144 ·
Re: HAMMOND - Manufacturing Video (& Leslie story)
There is a little-known principle in electronics manufacturing called "Marantzing," named after the CEO of Marantz electronics. Mr. Marantz would walk the factory floor, looking at various procedures.
By Scott Hawthorn · #83143 ·
HAMMOND - Manufacturing Video (& Leslie story)
Finally came across an historical promotional video covering Hammond manufacturing information. Everything "manual" ....no CNC. Far too many manufacturing details actioned to be able to "survive"
By Wayne Tarling · #83142 ·
Re: Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS - UPDATE-10FEB23
A bit of a delay to collect together available materials that are needed by Turkey in aid of the catastrophic earthquakes and getting them to an emergency collection center.? Heart-wrenching to see
By Wayne Tarling · #83141 ·
Re: Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS
Newport near Cardiff Cliff! So we are neighbours! Fell free to get in touch directly. It¡¯s always nice to meet other enthusiasts and compare notes!
By Jonathan · #83140 ·
Re: Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS
Hello Jonathon, Another one?? Amazing! Which Newport? Newport (on the River Usk), next to Cardiff? or Newport in far West Wales, near Fishguard? Cliff in Cardiff
By csrote@... · #83139 ·
Re: Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS
Don¡¯t know if I am replying to the correct party, but here are some facts 1/Do NOT use a heavy oil 2/ the bearings most likely have not been damaged. In 50 years I have not yet encountered an out of
By organtec2004 · #83138 ·
Re: Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS
I¡¯m another one in Wales with a few Hammonds! I¡¯m a sucker for rescuing them from certain death! I couldn¡¯t manage without Chris though! He¡¯s a magician! Jonathan in Newport!
By Jonathan · #83137 ·
Re: Tonewheel Generator - BEARINGS - LUBRICATIONS
I've lived in Llanelli for 30+ years. Grew up in Cardiff. I'll be watching the rugby this afternoon.
By Chris Clifton · #83136 ·