[radiotvnut]

Here's an Audiotronics 326V classroom record player from '86 that I recently picked up. This model has a variable pitch control and uses a DC drive motor that I think is on it's way out (IIRC, the fixed speed models still used the more reliable AC motor). I've cleaned and relubricated the drive mechanism; but, the motor is very noisy when the player is in pause or neutral and a little noisy under load. Also, if you pause a record and return it back to play mode, the pitch control has to be readjusted. I tried oiling the motor; which, did no good. When I wiggle the shaft, it does move from side to side; so, I suspect the bushings are worn. This particular unit has a seperate control board for the motor speed and all I'm finding on the motor is that it is a 3.6V Matsushita motor with "HCN-5A2L" printed on the label. Of course, a web search of this number turns up nothing; so, I'm going to have to do more intensive research to find another motor. I like the older models with AC motors best because it seems like all they ever need is cleaning and lubrication.