The only serious problem is that the > bearings are not really made to take the sideways force, so lubricate well > and use it infrequently. > > Kind regards, > > > George > Thanks for that George. The two major items for sustenance of life are duct tape and WD-40. If it moves and isn't supposed to, duct tape it, if it doesn't and is supposed to, use WD-40. I'm sure WD-40 would be perfect for sideways force lubrication (SFL). It is also very nice for soothing sore muscles. I have a lovely old Diamond Disc player that blew a spring a few years ago, and it took quite a bit of searching before I found a person with a replacement spring and the ability to install it. -- Frank B Strauss, DMD