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VPI Super Scout Master questions/concerns

I purchased a used SSM table and have some concerns. Is the set screw in the counterweight a problem with others. I have to put some serious torque on the screw to get it to lock in place. In doing so it's difficult to keep the weight in position. This causes the setting to change, time and time again. This JMW9 is the Signature version. The counterweight came from the Original version arm. Are the counterweights the same? Have I got a defective counterweight? I would also like to know how to service the tables platter bearing & the flywheel bearing. How do you put oil/lube in the components? Thank you in adavance for your input.
zenieth

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islandmandan
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Good morning, Zenieth. The Signature arm has two VTF setting methods. You get it, along with any azimuth adjustment necessary, as close as possible by moving the counter weight as you described, but on the back of the arm, you will find an Allen screw that is a fine adjustment for VTF. I agree, setting VTF is a pain in the butt on VPI's arms, but this is one refinement that is very welcome on the Signature version of the JMW arm.

As for the bearing, my Scout just uses white lithium grease on the bearing, I don't know about the SSM.

Hope this helps.

Enjoy,

Dan
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