Hi Bzalforno,
I know that you are about 1 1/2 hours from Mt. Kisco, NY which may be too far, but David Wilson, the owner of Accent on Sound there is an experienced Linn specialist, and quite generous with information and advice about judicious spending of $$ on various repairs, upgrades, or replacements. I hope that you get your issues sorted out without too much hassle!
I know that you are about 1 1/2 hours from Mt. Kisco, NY which may be too far, but David Wilson, the owner of Accent on Sound there is an experienced Linn specialist, and quite generous with information and advice about judicious spending of $$ on various repairs, upgrades, or replacements. I hope that you get your issues sorted out without too much hassle!