Tonearm recommendations for TD 150


I have a TD 150 in beautiful shape mechanically but with the original TP 13 tonearm fairly abused and missing the weights. I'd like to replace the arm with something no more than $300. The safe choice is probably the RB-250, but I've seen some SME Series IIIs on the used market that seem interesting. Any opinions between those two would be appreciated, along with any other recommendations in my price range. I have woodworking friends who can make an armboard for just about anything.

Haven't decided on a cartridge, probably my Goldring Elan to start and move up as funds and tastes allow.
armstrod

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Much great info about the TD 150 at The Analog Dept. - thanks! But still not much info about suitable tonearms. Most show SME series I or II arms, although there was a 160 with a Rega. Any other tips/personal experiences would be appreciated.
Why is it that Rega arms are considered a bad match for Thorens tables? Is it because Regas aren't good for suspended tables in general? What if you do a suspension mod like is outlined here?

http://www.theanalogdept.com/spring_alternatives.htm

Would that make it better for Regas but worse for something like an SME?