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Question for VPI Rim Drive Owners

I recently acquired a VPI Dual Motor Rim Drive at a great price from a friend and got the Super Scoutmaster Chassis from VPI. I have now converted my Scoutmaster to a Super Scoutmaster.

The Rim Drive does have the rubber footers and the latest belts. So far, I have noticed no rocking of the tonearm that seemed to have plagued some users. I may at some point try the Bearclaws that people have been raving about.

I have the SDS and have dialed in the right speed with the KAB strobe. One odd thing that keeps happening is that when I check the speed each day, it seems to vary slightly so I have to slightly adjust the SDS. Has anyone else experienced this? Does the Rim Drive need to run in or warm up?

Any input would be appreciated.

Thanks

Tom
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brf
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I love the rim drive and have not experienced any of the set up issues. My JMW arm is dead still when hovering over the groove and resting on the arm lift. I will not go back to belts.

Changing temperature and humidity will affect the speed of most turntables but most listeners cannot tell a difference. I generally check my table’s speed about once a year or whenever I perform a change to the table.
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