SME 30/2 Drive Belt

My drive belt is getting a little on the old side. Any one have any hop up recommendations for a replacement? The SME is tough to find, but out there. Just wondering if anyone had another recommendation? Thanks!

geof305-13-2022 4:38am

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geof3 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,129 posts 05-14-2022 at 08:57pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Mine doesn’t slip at all, it’s just getting on a bit in age and can’t hurt to fresh it up.
ketchup Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 698 posts 05-13-2022 at 11:37pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Friction from the pully slipping at startup wears the belt unevenly and the belt becomes lumpy for lack of a better term. Has anyone ever measured this uneven wear or is it just a theory? Anyway, a little platter nudge before turning on the TT will get around any startup wear if it's a real thing.
mijostyn Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 8,570 posts 05-13-2022 at 02:13pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Unfortunately, this is not the case. Friction from the pully slipping at startup wears the belt unevenly and the belt becomes lumpy for lack of a better term. This increases wow and flutter. @geof3, go here and I am sure they will supply you with the right belt. https://www.bluebirdmusic.com/
yogiboy Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,661 posts 05-13-2022 at 02:10pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Here ya go! https://www.analogueseduction.net/sme-upgrades-parts-accessories/sme-turntable-replacement-drive-belt.html
jasonbourne52 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,863 posts 05-13-2022 at 01:51pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Heat and dryness kills rubber! Use ArmorAll!
jasonbourne52 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,863 posts 05-13-2022 at 09:10am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Clean the belt with some isopropyl alcohol and the platter rim. Then apply some ArmorAll to the belt. Do this every 6 to 12 months and the belt will last indefinitely! The ArmorAll lubricates the rubber and prevents drying out. I do this to the belt on my 1978 Ariston RD11S - it remains in like-new condition. ArmorAll will not harm rubber, leather or plastic.

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