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In Reply to: how to fix a broken cue arm? posted by mrmusic on May 7, 2007 at 09:25:40:
I assume you are talking about the cue arm that is on the cartridge end of the tonearm (where the headshell woud be if it were detachable). You could fabricate somthing that would screw on to the stylus bolts. Some vinage SME type headshells did this. You mignt be able to find one.You can use the arm, moving it by the shaft. That is what I did with a Denon headshell with a broken cue arm. It worked fine for me.
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Yes, the one near the cartridge. I'm sure it would be fine without it or with a replacement type add on. I was just curious if it could be glued back on since it seems to be a clean break. I thought maybe someone had tried this and could recommend a product to use. As for the resonance issue I'm not sure but I will give it a try without it first.
You could try using an epoxy like "JB Weld" or something similar. You may have to drill and insert a pin to get the strength required.Whatever you do, perform all work with the arm removed and be careful about what kind of stress you subject the bearings to.
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Al G
Born To Tinker!
...standard, high-quality headshell available online from many sources, has a separate, black "cue arm" that attaches underneath the cartridge screws. Maybe you can call up Sumiko and ask if they can sell you just this part.
for many arms, is the flat stainless pocket clip. From a ball point pen (Pentel?). Suitably drilled. Got one saved around here somewhere, to try as starters on my (in future) d.i.y. arm (whenever that be).
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