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Good way to raise VPI SAMA

I have just purchased the VPI SAMA (stand-alone motor assembly) to use on my old -- but excellent -- HW-19 Mk4. However, about a year ago I added 4 short rubber feet on the TT base with the aluminum cone feet used on the Scoutmaster, etc.

The cone feet raise the TT base about an inch, so I need to elevate the SAMA so the capstan is at the correct height for the belt to drive the platter. I was thinking of using a small, flat chunk of granite or marble, and secure it using Blu-Tak (or something similar). It will be sitting on a 1/2" acrylic slab, which is fairly slick.

Suggestions welcome.
sdcampbell
stevecham
3,340 posts
 
HOw about a black diamond puck that is about the same size as the base of the SAMA?
dopogue
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Couple suggestions: hockey puck(s), regular or "practice" (the latter are softer). The stuff called Isoblocks by Mapleshade (cork sandwiched between two pieces of ribbed rubber), available from various sources. Or enough layers of mousepad, trimmed to size, to do the trick. Good luck, Dave
wrtickle
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I think steve's black diamond racing idea is a good one. I have their scout kit and it dramatically improved low level resolution and treble clarity in my system.
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