From the information supplied, some possible causes include:
1. with most tonearms, including yours, a non-level tonearm bearing vs. a level LP surface would result in a gradual change in VTF as the tonearm arcs across the record;
2. differing position of the tonearm wires as the tonearm arcs across the record could cause VTF changes;
3. dirty tonearm bearings; and/or
4. worn tonearm bearings.
Only #4 would require replacing or seriously rebuilding the tonearm. If you're happy with it otherwise, a thorough diagnostic to identify the actual cause(s) of the changing VTF would be in order prior to expending significant monies.
Start by checking the arm's freedom of movement. Reduce VTF to zero and disengage anti-skate so that the arm/cart floats free and level. Brush the arm gently inward and outward with a feather or a breath of air. It should move freely and equally in both directions. Any resistance could be evidence of 2, 3 or 4 (or a combination thereof).
P.S. A unipivot is still subject to 3, 4 and (especially) 2. There's no reason to believe a unipivot would automatically eliminate your problem.
1. with most tonearms, including yours, a non-level tonearm bearing vs. a level LP surface would result in a gradual change in VTF as the tonearm arcs across the record;
2. differing position of the tonearm wires as the tonearm arcs across the record could cause VTF changes;
3. dirty tonearm bearings; and/or
4. worn tonearm bearings.
Only #4 would require replacing or seriously rebuilding the tonearm. If you're happy with it otherwise, a thorough diagnostic to identify the actual cause(s) of the changing VTF would be in order prior to expending significant monies.
Start by checking the arm's freedom of movement. Reduce VTF to zero and disengage anti-skate so that the arm/cart floats free and level. Brush the arm gently inward and outward with a feather or a breath of air. It should move freely and equally in both directions. Any resistance could be evidence of 2, 3 or 4 (or a combination thereof).
P.S. A unipivot is still subject to 3, 4 and (especially) 2. There's no reason to believe a unipivot would automatically eliminate your problem.