RA81 spin-up probs

From: Gordon JC Pearce <gordonjcp_at_gjcp.net>
Date: Mon Jan 12 02:58:30 2004

On Sat, 2004-01-10 at 22:39, Jules Richardson wrote:

> Anyone know if the bearings on these units at all servicable? I'd expect
> not, but I suppose it's possible given their age and serviceability.
>
> cheers
>
> Jules

I'd be surprised if you couldn't get the bearings out. You might even
be able to put it back together when you're done ;-)

I seem to recall, from taking apart very dead big DEC disk drives, that
the spindle ran in fairly boring ball races. If you get them out, you
can check for wear and play. There will be a code stamped on them that
you can use to order a replacement. Take it to your friendly
neighbourhood motor factor or specialist bearing stockist.

Gordon.
Received on Mon Jan 12 2004 - 02:58:30 GMT