Dill, Yes I had tried the REGA white belt on my RP6 and
for my taste, I prefer the stock black one, it got better pace and dynamics, and it is less expensive. I think the white one fit better for the RP8 and the new P6.
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@amg56 - au contraire. Even back to the days of the first AR turntable, their original instructions directed users to periodically wipe the belt with a damp cloth and apply talcum powder. VPI says the same thing. I seem to recall Oracle stating as much. Those are three tables that date from the 80s. |
Something(opinions) that may be of interest: http://www.vpiforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=12&t=6413 |
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@invictus005 wrote
Talcum extends the belt’s life, OP was asking just that. It also prevents belt squeak and other noises. All turntable belts slip and will always slip. The motor is trying to move a very massive platter from rest. Of course it will slip.But that is not what the OP asked, he asked for a product that extends belt life and helps the belt "not to slip". Re-read his post. Talc will extend belt life but at the expense of increased slippage at start up. |
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anyone ever tried "rubber renue?" https://www.mgchemicals.com/products/cleaning-products-for-electronics/cleaners/specialty-cleaners/r... (please note it has enough warnings on it to seemingly be saying: "danger, do not open, do not use". Nasty stuff.) Bigger electronics parts supply shops, will have it on the shelf. It really is for pro use and it really does require good ventilation...and the smell of it is so strong that the lid being on it tightly will still not prevent it from having a bit of a smell. Once it’s seal is pierced..well.. Poke a tiny hole in that seal, and gently squeeze out what you need, q-tips and what not. Do not completely remove the seal and do not make a big hole in the seal. Seriously. It has the kind of chemicals in it that revitalize rubbers, and make them soft again, so think about it. As volatile as it gets. You’ll be putting the used q-tips and any small soaked bits of cloth or paper towel, outside. As a matter of fact, do the whole operation outside. Do not get any on your hands. |
Do Not use Armor All, it has silicone and will cause slippage. Remove the belt, use an alcohol wipe and gently clean it. After it dries put a small amount of talcum powder in a baggie with the belt. Toss it gently to coat the belt, remove and shake off excess. Clean the outside edge of the platter where the belt rides with an appropriate cleaner and dry. Install the belt. If the belt is stretched, drop it in boiling water for a couple seconds before the talcum treatment. |
