Good way to raise VPI SAMA


I have just purchased the VPI SAMA (stand-alone motor assembly) to use on my old -- but excellent -- HW-19 Mk4. However, about a year ago I added 4 short rubber feet on the TT base with the aluminum cone feet used on the Scoutmaster, etc.

The cone feet raise the TT base about an inch, so I need to elevate the SAMA so the capstan is at the correct height for the belt to drive the platter. I was thinking of using a small, flat chunk of granite or marble, and secure it using Blu-Tak (or something similar). It will be sitting on a 1/2" acrylic slab, which is fairly slick.

Suggestions welcome.
sdcampbell

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Thanks for the ideas, guys. I'll check each of them out to see which ones might work best.
Opal: I have the older TNT acrylic and lead platter with the standard bearing. I substituted the Sorbothane pucks (used on the last Mk4 tables produced) for the springs, and am pleased with the change. The acrylic and lead platter weighs about 20 pounds, and it yields a very quiet background.