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VPI Scout damping fluid

I have had a Scout for about 2 Yrs. now with no issues until now. The arm used to drop slowly and now it drops fast. Does this mean I need to add fluid somewhere? I bought it from a dealer already assembled. Am I better off without fluid? Does this happen to everyone or do I have a leak? I don't see any fluid on me cabinet top.
jdodmead
riffer
362 posts
 
It happens to everyone.

I haven't bothered getting mine fixed.

Contact VPI tech support.
jdodmead OP
257 posts
 
Thanks guys, I will call VPI tomorrow.
tfkaudio
591 posts
 
Can anyone tell me the specifics of the problem being described here?
riffer
362 posts
 
Tfkaudio,

The fluid leaks out. Normally, one would lower the lever and the tonearm would slowly lower into position. Once the fluid leakes out, the tonearm lowers directly with the lowering of the lever.

I don't think anyone has come up with a DIY fix yet.
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boneman
8 posts
 
I had the same problem when I had my Scout. For a quick fix I lightly pulled up on the arm rest and it seemed to fix the problem (at VPI suggestion). I would also loosen and tighten the allen screw which I also did at VPI's suggestion. There is no fluid.
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