Help, Sony SCD-1

What were your symptoms before it finally failed??I also have a SCD- 1 and it players SACD without problem but with redbook CD it is starting to skip on some tracks.A tec told me the laser is on its way out.Replacing the laser would be the fix but setting the laser up without the Sony fine tune equipment would be hit or miss.
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Contact Sont repair in Laredo TX. Ask for Adrian.

Right On! either the laser assembly or sled drive mech needs to be replaced.

I don't know if the sled drive assembly needs to be replaced may just need cleaning. Take the assemble out remove the motor and spray it with deoxit. Run the motor backwards and forwards with a 9 volt battery. And while you are at it clean the assembly and lube it.