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VPI Aries platter/bearing change out

I am going to change my friends original Aries platter and bearing to the new Acrylic/inverted bearing set up. He just received the parts yesterday, but is unsure of doing it himself. VPI also sent him a new 300 rpm motor for FREE to replace his old Aries motor(WOW!)

I was elected to "help" him do the change. As I own an Aries 2 set up. It seems pretty straight forward. I assume the large nut on the bottom of the plinth comes off to allow the bearing assembally to be removed and replaced with the new bearing assemb.

Any hints or recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance for your help!-Ken
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kehut OP
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Byfo,

Thank you very much for this excellent info and the time you took to detail the steps. Very appreciated. This will be a big help.

Did you by chance ever get the hum issue resolved with the new platter? It would be ashame if you could not use it. Have you called or emailed VPI for advice?

Thanks and Best regards,
Ken
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kehut OP
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Thank you also Yagbol2! I appreciate your help. I know that my buddy sent a check for the platter and bearing for $750 and he was suprised that he received the motor in addition. They also rebuilt his original JMW 10 arm with new bushings and new spacer plate and screws for no additional charge! VPI deals only in MO's or Checks (no credit cards) so he got lucky indeed. VPI may not be the fastest to get things done or shipped...but in my book, they do take good care of you!
Ill be sure to keep the color coded wiring straight as you mentioned.

Many thanks again!..Ken
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