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Hum from VPI Scout Stock Motor

I am getting a hum from the VPI Scout stock motor. It doesn't come through the speakers at all, but when I hit the on switch on the motor, I can instantly hear a hum coming from the motor. Is this common and is there an easy fix? If I have to buy a new motor, then I may buy a newer turntable but I would rather not.
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stereo5 OP
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The Scout is 10-12 years old.
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You can upgrade to the 600 RPM motor for $150. It is a good upgrade for not much money and will improve the sound. You can get one from Music Direct. Just make sure you have the right one for your turntable size. I use one on the old acrylic platter and think it it was a very good upgrade for not much money. Requires modest ability to put the new motor in the old housing.
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Could you describe the improvements you gained with the upgraded motor? Thanks
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The upgrade is the 300rpm motor. The slower speed makes it much quieter or so they say.
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Thanks Stereo5. My mistake. The upgrade is to the 300 rpm motor.

I find the upgrade motor quieter and the speed steadier. The pulley is also larger, which, at least for me, made the belt stayed in place better. If I were going to replace anything, I would stat with the 300 rpm motor.
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