totalcomfort Posted March 2, 2016 Share Posted March 2, 2016 This was given to me as a gift but does not work. It seems that all the grease has hardened over the years. It will not move other than the platter spins smooth. Have not plugged it in yet for fear of breaking something. Is this worth fixing and if so who could I send it to? Will post pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Jim Posted March 2, 2016 Share Posted March 2, 2016 log onto fixmydual.com, ask for Bill. Send it to him and it will run about $200.00 ish for a total restoration. Restored Dual 1229's run anywhere from $350-$700.00. A plinth for this will run between $25.00-50.00 for an original, and a custom from $90.00-250.00. That is an idler wheel and they can replace it or just sand it to make it supple again.The grease is not as hard as it seems either. I'd keep it if I were you. If you want to get rid of it,let me know. This is my 1229 redone in 2 plinths I did. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted March 2, 2016 Share Posted March 2, 2016 Forgot to mention, the table can be used, fully automatic, semi automatic, and manual. If the platter turns and it has the cartridge, hook it up and try it out. You can plug in RCA plugs right on it as well. I upgraded my cables as well. You're more than welcome to PM me if you have questions as I have this and a Dual 701, and have used a few other Duals. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
totalcomfort Posted March 2, 2016 Author Share Posted March 2, 2016 Forgot to mention, the table can be used, fully automatic, semi automatic, and manual. If the platter turns and it has the cartridge, hook it up and try it out. You can plug in RCA plugs right on it as well. I upgraded my cables as well. You're more than welcome to PM me if you have questions as I have this and a Dual 701, and have used a few other Duals. Thank you so much for the help!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moray james Posted March 2, 2016 Share Posted March 2, 2016 fine table, the 1229 was my very first TT purchase as a teen. Well worth restoration. There are a good number of different lubricants used in one of these so a factory experience level technician is your best option. Not saying they have to have worked or trained with Dual just that they have to be skilled at that level in the art of Dual to do the best job having all the correct lubricants. One of the times when an OC personality is exactly who you want for the job. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
totalcomfort Posted March 3, 2016 Author Share Posted March 3, 2016 Going to send it off, has sentimental value to me. Was my uncles and he gave it to me. It had been stored in a garage for 15yrs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Going to send it off, has sentimental value to me. Was my uncles and he gave it to me. It had been stored in a garage for 15yrs. Did you talk to Bill at fixmydual? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
totalcomfort Posted March 3, 2016 Author Share Posted March 3, 2016 Going to send it off, has sentimental value to me. Was my uncles and he gave it to me. It had been stored in a garage for 15yrs. Did you talk to Bill at fixmydual?[/quote Not yet but will send it to him when I get time, Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 If I may recommend a few cartridges for the table, the Stanton 681EEE with a Jico D6800EEE Shibata is a nice cartridge for that table as is an Ortofon VMS20E MKII. Then take the VMS and get the Jico upgraded VMS 30E MKII stylus. Both cartridges are MM (moving iron). I also use a Stanton 881S cartridge either stock with a D81S,D81, or D81E stylus and Jico D81 Shibata. Ortofon OM30 or OM40, Shure V-15 III with the VN35E stylus,if none are available on the stylus, the Ed Saunders VN35E stylus is good. ADC is also nice on the table. Keep an update on the table. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 It looks like you are missing the counterweight on the table. If so let me know I have an extra one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshnich Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 This thread is an example of the best of what the forum can be. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 This thread is an example of the best of what the forum can be. Shhh, let sleeping dogs lye Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
totalcomfort Posted March 3, 2016 Author Share Posted March 3, 2016 It looks like you are missing the counterweight on the table. If so let me know I have an extra one. I have a part in the box ( I have the original box and paperwork) what does the weight look like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 (edited) It looks like you are missing the counterweight on the table. If so let me know I have an extra one. I have a part in the box ( I have the original box and paperwork) what does the weight look like? Allow me: linky Edited March 3, 2016 by USNRET 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Shhh, let sleeping dogs lye You mean we don't need controversy and arguing? I love this place and just don't get caught up in the drama. It works for me, and this type of response and help is what makes the forum great! Bruce 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Do you have a cartridge on the table? If so which one? I would also get a few other things ahead of time while you get it serviced. A gram scale,either manual or digital, and a protractor to align the cartridge. The Dual head shells are pretty easy for the most part though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
totalcomfort Posted March 3, 2016 Author Share Posted March 3, 2016 It looks like you are missing the counterweight on the table. If so let me know I have an extra one. I have a part in the box ( I have the original box and paperwork) what does the weight look like? Allow me: linky Thanks , looked in box and found it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
totalcomfort Posted March 3, 2016 Author Share Posted March 3, 2016 Do you have a cartridge on the table? If so which one? I would also get a few other things ahead of time while you get it serviced. A gram scale,either manual or digital, and a protractor to align the cartridge. The Dual head shells are pretty easy for the most part though. Will look and see what cart I have and post up a pic and any other info I can find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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