Sony R1000 svhs deck problem

[Mark]

Hello, I've got a R1000 with a couple problems.

When loading a tape, most of the time the front lid that is supposed to
close down after a tape is inserted, instead only closes half way.

Another problem is that sometimes when playing a tape, I hit the stop or
rewind button and hear a noise inside and the vcr shows some numbers on
the display. When I eject the tape, it comes out undamanged. Today, this
happened, but made a louder noise, I hit eject, and my tape came out
half spliced.

I assume something needs lubricated?

Will lubricate do I use and Is there a online FAQ with photos? thanks
for reading.

 

[Mark D. Zacharias]

If it's the chassis I'm thinking of, check the 1/2 load arm, the guide that
carries the tape past the audio/control head. It should move freely and
return to it's position when you release it. If you remove it to clean /
lubricate, count the turns of the nut exactly so you can return it very
close to it's original height.


Mark Z.

 

[JURB6006]

That is one of the most high end consumer VCRs money <u>used to be able to</u>
buy. I suggest you find someone who really knows what they're doing to work on
it. I got an SLV 920 and believe me I won't let anyone touch it. These were the
last of the good ones.

JURB