Turtlerock Forum

We recently acquired an ATR-104 (1/2" 4-track) recorder.

I have a near new ATR 1/4" 2-track headstack which I'll use to convert it to 1/4" 2-track.

I need to replace the tensioner arm guide rollers as part of the conversion to 1/4" but apart from that it needs new capstan bearings and I'll likely replace the bearings in the optical encoder as well.

Does anyone know where I can obtain the correct bearings here in Oz? (quality precision bearings not el cheapo versions)

The local bearing suppliers I have tried don't seem to have a clue regarding the capstan bearing part numbers I gave them. No one has stock.

The other option is to just order them from the US.

UPDATE: Okay I've found some capstan bearings.
I got a pair of Japanese KSM's and a pair of NSK's.
I fitted the KSM's and she now purrs like a kitten!
Next to do are the optical encoder bearings an the tensioner arm bearings.

good on you
the whole rest of the world uses the atr service company in the states
quick efficent , pricey and have every thing you would ever need

rick wrote:good on you
the whole rest of the world uses the atr service company in the states
quick efficent , pricey and have every thing you would ever need

Thanks Rick.
I'll have to order a pair of 1/4" tape guides anyway from either ATR Services or Precision Motorworks in the US.