Check the archives for messages about HP-85 repairs. They use the same tape
drive and this has been discussed numerous times.
Joe
At 01:05 PM 2/3/06 -0700, you wrote:
Hey, so I'm glad that I read a web page (can't
remember the URL,
sorry... linked from the Nike Missile site, I think) about
refurbishing deteriorated parts in old machines. I bought a 2648A
main unit (would love a keyboard for it, if anyone has an extra) and
opened it up last night. The tape drive capstans have turned to a
puddle of goo! So I figure that if I ever want the tape drive to be
in working order, that I need to:
i) remove the goo
ii) recreate/replace the capstan
Does anyone have a unit with an intact capstan that could give me
physical dimensions? I doubt anyone has a repair kit that would
include the capstan, but that would certainly be welcome! Aside from
the capstans and a little dust inside the case, the internals look
fine. The case has a small crack in one corner, but otherwise appears
in typical condition for its age. This thing is basically a
microcomputer... when I used them back in 1979, I had no idea that
there was this much electronics inside the thing!
I do have the user manual from bitsavers, but it doesn't go into
repair stuff, just installation (which is how I figured out how to
open the case) of options.
As always... thanks!
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