VPI motor popping noise upon startup/shut off

Dorkwad (what a name - lol), did you get a better quality capacitor of the same size (uF) or did you replace it with a large / stronger capacitor?

I had a similar problem with motor on my Scoutmaster running through a Sutherland Ph3d (battery powered). I changed out the Sutherland for a Dynavector P75, and no more pops.

Techexec44,
It's been about 2 years now. I'd tell you the exact one if I could--but that short term memory thing is holding me back. It wasn't a better capacitor, just one of a different value than their standard issue. Call Harry at VPI--he'll tell you the one and talk you through any insecurities you might have. I hate electrical stuff and this was really easy. It's definitely worth the time and small trouble. Bob

I used to get a slight pop with powering on and off my VPI Classic and interestingly enough, an even louder (much louder) pop with turning on the turntable switch-but not the vacuum switch) on my VPI 16.5 RCM. I eliminated both inadvertenly by replacing my power cords on all my equipment. My old power cords were all inexpensive LAT cords and I seem to recall that several years ago I went about lifting the grounding cord on two or three of them, so the grounding may be a big part of the benefit that I obtained when I replaced the cords. My new cords are even less expesive-DIY made from Supra LoRad wire obtained from Madisounds. For those of you who don't know, the Supra Lo-Rad is very good Swedish made cable specifically made for AC power cords and is extremely well shielded by an aluminum wrap. So, I don't know if the VPI gear emits significant RFI/EMI that causes the pops, or if the grounding eliminates some form of electrical line induced noise, but I can say that the problem can be eliminated without changing out capacitors.

Could you tell me what values of capacitors are used in the Scoutmaster motor?

Thanks