In Reply to: Tascam 44 Repair? posted by Inmate51 on March 28, 2023 at 12:30:00:
As normally is the case, there is the right way of doing it, and there is the way I sometimes use. :)
The first one involves removing the pinch roller lever, then cleaning and lubricating its bushing.
That requires some mechanical skills and tools - things like the retainer ring pliers, etc. It would not have to be a specialized tape deck shop, just someone comfortable with electronics. In most cases it is not a complicated job, but I am not familiar with that particular deck.
However, in many cases you can make it work again by simply working it back and forth a few dozen times. Believe me, it works sometimes. So I would try it before elevating the issue.
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- That is a typical issue - Victor Khomenko 05:26:59 03/29/23 (0)