From what Doug describes, you should probably pass on the Teres motor. If the SAMA doesn't get you where you want to be, then it's probably time to dump the HW19 and move on. It's really a dinosaur in the VPI line anyway.
Oz
Oz
Teres Motor on a VPI HW-19 Turntable
Has anyone out there ever put a Teres motor on a VPI HW-19 series turntable? Just wondering how difficult it would be. I have thought about putting the VPI SAMA motor on, but I am sure most people would think that the Teres is a better motor. I am not the most handy person at modifying, so if it is very difficult, I would probably go with the SAMA. Thanks in advance for any opinions.