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Classic 3 VPI

My Classic 3"s belt squeals upon turn on.  After a couple of seconds, the squealing stops.  I've tightened the pulley, installed a new belt and did what VPI recommended, I powdered the belt.  After applying powder, the squeal quietened but squealed again on the very next try.  I reapplied powder and the same thing happened.  Any advice is welcomed.
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lenmc2964
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My Rega RP 3 just started doing the same thing. My white belt has around 120 hours of play time how long will a belt last? Also can I use two belts on the RP 3? 
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jjss49
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two belts sure helps, as mentioned above


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lenmc - u need to check ur rega table pulley - does it have grooves for more than one belt?

on the vpi classic 3 the pulleys have grooves for 3 belts
brf
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If you are planning on using more than 1 belt on your Classic turntable, make sure that you have the correct non-stepped pulley often referred to as a HRX pulley. 
tablejockey
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My 4 year old Classic has squealed since day 1. 

I dont hear this quirk as a real concern. A few seconds of belt slippage and its fine.If your running your table straight, the platter speed  by default, is off. This is only an issue however, for the obsessive hobbyists like many of us here.

Since it isn't an issue once up to speed, I'd be more concerned with speed stability via SDS/ADA or Phoenix RoadRunner.
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