Theo,
I've been using this same combo for a couple of years and can honestly say that it works great. I've tried most of the record cleaning fluids, and the Walker Prelude is the best by far.
I've never had any wobble or heat issues w/my 16.5, and have many friends w/same, and never heard of nor seen any such issues. From your description, I am getting the impression that you are applying a lot of scrubbing pressure on your albums, and that concerns me because it isn't necessary. You might even be causing the heat if you are working against the motor by applying much pressure on the platter. If you machine isn't broken, this process shouldn't be a workout! Your machine might need service. If you call VPI and ask for Mike, he is full of great advice. Call them Tues-Thurs only.
I also usually use the smaller size batch of enzymatic step 1, and also typically get about 10 Lps. You don't need a ton of fluid.
Regarding swapping of the VPI tubes for the steps, I can't really make a suggestion other than saying to email Lloyd Walker and ask his advice. I use a Walker Vortex, which is a modified delrin tube without a velvet strip. It has a small opening which concentrates the suction from the vacuum, and easily wipes clean, so no need to change it. This item is no longer available.
Keep 'em spinning. Cheers,
Spencer
I've been using this same combo for a couple of years and can honestly say that it works great. I've tried most of the record cleaning fluids, and the Walker Prelude is the best by far.
I've never had any wobble or heat issues w/my 16.5, and have many friends w/same, and never heard of nor seen any such issues. From your description, I am getting the impression that you are applying a lot of scrubbing pressure on your albums, and that concerns me because it isn't necessary. You might even be causing the heat if you are working against the motor by applying much pressure on the platter. If you machine isn't broken, this process shouldn't be a workout! Your machine might need service. If you call VPI and ask for Mike, he is full of great advice. Call them Tues-Thurs only.
I also usually use the smaller size batch of enzymatic step 1, and also typically get about 10 Lps. You don't need a ton of fluid.
Regarding swapping of the VPI tubes for the steps, I can't really make a suggestion other than saying to email Lloyd Walker and ask his advice. I use a Walker Vortex, which is a modified delrin tube without a velvet strip. It has a small opening which concentrates the suction from the vacuum, and easily wipes clean, so no need to change it. This item is no longer available.
Keep 'em spinning. Cheers,
Spencer