Beomaster 1700 rebuild - availability of parts

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bman (archived2)
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Posted February 22, 2014 at 18:54 GMT
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I am preparing for a rebuild of a Beomaster 1700 Type 1701 which came in this week. I get these from ebay so the condition can be a bit random.  This one is quite interesting as it actually powers up and works, but sadly someone in the past has removed the 4 wheels for the tuning and volume belt control.  Is it at all possible to source replacements? It is looking at the moment as though I may have to make a set of wheels for this machine. Can anyone help with the dimensions as the service schematic doesn't seem to provide these. 

 Worst case scenario is that I will have to measure up and guess, but if anyone has the dimensions for these that would save me a lot of trouble.

Overall condition of this beomaster is not too bad. It works, which counts for a lot. I did have to fix a problem with the control panel, which is probably why this machine was used for spare then discarded, but after a rebuild (including replacing a lot of components and thoroughly cleaning this beomaster) it will be in relatively good condition. Just a couple of light scratches on the glass panel. Oh I will have to replace the slider belt for the volume as it is split, but I can get these easily.  Other than that, this is one of the tidiest B&O music systems that I've had in. 

 

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Munro (archived2)
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Posted November 17, 2014 at 23:00 GMT
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Hey Bjorn,

Colin calling from Australia.

I am just about to go down the Beomaster 1700 type 1701 path myself. How did you find the rebuild. The one I am buying is in very good condition but I have read that the tractor mechanisms to fail. You mentioned that you had replacement rubbers for it - wow! Where on earth did you find those? If you have any information or hints I would really appreciate it.

Thanks

Colin

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Munro (archived2)
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Posted November 17, 2014 at 23:00 GMT
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Hey Bjorn,

Colin calling from Australia.

I am just about to go down the Beomaster 1700 type 1701 path myself. How did you find the rebuild. The one I am buying is in very good condition but I have read that the tractor mechanisms to fail. You mentioned that you had replacement rubbers for it - wow! Where on earth did you find those? If you have any information or hints I would really appreciate it.

Thanks

Colin

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bman (archived2)
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Posted November 19, 2014 at 12:53 GMT
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Hi Colin, thanks for your message. To be honest, the rebuild hasn't gone as well as planned. Replacement rubbers was the easy part, I have used generic wide rubber belt which fit the dimensions of the original. The tractor wheels have been a nightmare, dont even try to find replacements, they are next to impossible to locate. The best option is to make a set from scratch. This is proving difficult for me as I don't have measurements to work to. Apart from that, the rest of the beomaster now works well. Ideally to complete the work I need detailed photo of the tractor wheels and measurements, failing that I have a working fix that may work as an alternative.

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Davefarr
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Posted November 19, 2014 at 12:56 GMT
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Bjorn wrote:
Ideally to complete the work I need detailed photo of the tractor wheels and measurements, failing that I have a working fix that may work as an alternative.

Hi Bjorn,

in some of my stock parts box, I have a set of NOS rubber belts from a B&O dealer.  I'll try to find them and take some measurements etc.  Might take me a few days.  If you don't hear from me by Saturday - remind me by PM.

Dave.

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Davefarr
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Posted November 23, 2014 at 18:20 GMT
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I have found the new belt and a pair of rollers.  I'll take pictures in the light tomorrow and take some measurements if you still need them.

Dave.

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bman (archived2)
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Posted November 23, 2014 at 18:41 GMT
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Thanks Dave, that would be great. Look forward to finishing this rebuild.

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bman (archived2)
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Posted December 5, 2014 at 21:59 GMT
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Hi Dave, how did you get on  with measuring?

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Davefarr
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Posted December 5, 2014 at 23:00 GMT
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Bjorn wrote:

Hi Dave, how did you get on  with measuring?

I have the bits on the table ready but have been busy with household 'stuff'.  Hopefully tomorrow will give me some free time!

Dave.

 

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jfrancis49
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Posted December 6, 2014 at 05:18 GMT
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Let me know Bjorn if you still need photos and measurements for the rollers. I just got a Beomaster 1600 on USA eBay which is nearly the same as the 1700. This one is in really great shape except for the rubber belts which are pretty scratched up. Looks like someone with very sharp fingernails had a go at it. I will be taking it apart soon and could make the measurements.

I read on the archived forum that someone replaced their belts with automotive timing belts but couldn't remember the automobile they were for. Anyone have a source for the belts?

John

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