Heather's Heavenly Vapes - THE BIG THREAD (Part 6)

[CMD-Ky]

My power came back on 30 mins after dragging out the generator.

Cutting up the main trunk on that red oak. Man is that thing heavy. Decided to jack up toward the middle to get the end off the ground. 3-ton jack and it lifted it about an inch, no more. Enuf to cut from the end. Think it will be OK now.

Floor jacks and jack stands, poor man's lumber jack tools but they work and you probably already had them. I have found that Peavey with log stand to be a nice addition to my repertoire of tools. I found it on Craig's List. I told the guy I'd meet him behind the 911 Center with cash. The 911 parking lot always has cops around and it is covered with cameras - I may take risks at times but try to avoid stupid risk. There are times, though, when foolish is associated with my name.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

Today’s Random Repair Question!

I have an ancient (late 80’s/early 90’s) Pioneer CD player. It takes a cartridge that holds 6 CDs, which are placed with the printed side down and the playable side facing up. It still works!

Yesterday the CD in position 4 wouldn’t play. The tray mechanism stayed stuck and therefore the cartridge wouldn’t release. Fixed that with unplugging power cord, waiting, replugging.

I checked the disc to make sure it was okay. I never touch the playable surface of CDs or LPs. I’m OCD about it.

Noticed dots all along the outer edge - circled in red in the pic. It’s kind of oily. Cleans off easily with isopropyl alcohol. I have never opened the player or sprayed anything into it.

These dots were evenly spaced, suggesting as the CD spins, something is smudging the surface. This mostly happened to CDs that were in position 4 - the middle of the cartridge. Other positions may have had a random spot here or there.

My question for the mechanically minded among us: Where would you begin in an attempt to fix this?


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If it was mine I would probably start with cleaning the cartridge that you put the CD's into.

What is the model # of the Pioneer CD player?

Did you look around the older cobwebs of the net for similar problems?

And I thought I was the only one left in the big old world with OLD, but still functioning, stereo gear...guess not.

 

[Bunnykiller]

Today’s Random Repair Question!

I have an ancient (late 80’s/early 90’s) Pioneer CD player. It takes a cartridge that holds 6 CDs, which are placed with the printed side down and the playable side facing up. It still works!

Yesterday the CD in position 4 wouldn’t play. The tray mechanism stayed stuck and therefore the cartridge wouldn’t release. Fixed that with unplugging power cord, waiting, replugging.

I checked the disc to make sure it was okay. I never touch the playable surface of CDs or LPs. I’m OCD about it.

Noticed dots all along the outer edge - circled in red in the pic. It’s kind of oily. Cleans off easily with isopropyl alcohol. I have never opened the player or sprayed anything into it.

These dots were evenly spaced, suggesting as the CD spins, something is smudging the surface. This mostly happened to CDs that were in position 4 - the middle of the cartridge. Other positions may have had a random spot here or there.

My question for the mechanically minded among us: Where would you begin in an attempt to fix this?


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interesting.... Im wondering if the oily spots are some type of "holding/stabilizing" pads in the cartridge that have began to break down leaving the smudge....
as far as fixing it... no clue ... other than dont use #4 slot

 

[Bunnykiller]

If it was mine I would probably start with cleaning the cartridge that you put the CD's into.

What is the model # of the Pioneer CD player?

Did you look around the older cobwebs of the net for similar problems?

And I thought I was the only one left in the big old world with OLD, but still functioning, stereo gear...guess not.

Ive got old world stuff too... a Sony 50 CD unit, it has 2 25 slot trays in it... its a whole lot bigger than a 32gig flash drive

 

[LAwaters]

If it was mine I would probably start with cleaning the cartridge that you put the CD's into.

What is the model # of the Pioneer CD player?

Did you look around the older cobwebs of the net for similar problems?

And I thought I was the only one left in the big old world with OLD, but still functioning, stereo gear...guess not.

It’s a PD-M510. I found the trick for getting it to release in the cobwebs of the net. I’ll start digging for an answer to the spots.

Awhile back I posted about my Technics SL-Q2 turntable. It’s one of my most beloved bits of old gear. Works perfectly!

My receiver is a newer model because my Technics one died. It’s a Harman Kardon HK3490. Took forever to find the right one because I wanted just pure clean sound. None of the newfangled effects or home entertainment system connectivity.

This old stuff will serve a long time if we take care of it. Hey! Kinda like me!

 

[DavidOH]

Afternoon.. Well the rain stopped and the sun is out some. So the mower got new oil and air filter along with the blade sharpened. Wasn't going to mow the yard but figured what the heck. It's done. Got a bit of rubber mat from Menards. Tring to attach a piece of it to the driver liner in the other room. Using silicon sealer. If it doesn't work I'll switch to plan "B" as soon as I figure out what plan "B" is. For some reason GM thought leaving an open space under the gas peddle was a good idea. Safety I guess.

Also did you ever have a sound that bugged you? You know what is causing it and you know your not going to get use to it? And you know you have to do something about it? Well I've been using a large paper clip for a key ring for like 20 years. Heck I don't remember when I started using it. Well the way the Silverado is causes it to swing and hit the steering column when I drive over an uneven bit of road. Like my driveway. Just bugs me. Well a bit of 3M two sided tape and a small magnet have fix that little annoyance. Now the first time clip swings the magnet grabs it and no more hitting the column.

Sometimes it's the little things..

 

[ShowMeTwice]

It’s a PD-M510. I found the trick for getting it to release in the cobwebs of the net. I’ll start digging for an answer to the spots.

Awhile back I posted about my Technics SL-Q2 turntable. It’s one of my most beloved bits of old gear. Works perfectly!

My receiver is a newer model because my Technics one died. It’s a Hartman Kardon HK3490. Took forever to find the right one because I wanted just pure clean sound. None of the newfangled effects or home entertainment system connectivity.

This old stuff will serve a long time if we take care of it. Hey! Kinda like me!

I had a feeling it was a PD-M series just from searching around.

I did find this page which has some good info on yours (well all PD-M series) here:
Notes on the Troubleshooting and Repair of Compact Disc Players and CDROM Drives

Just search for Pioneer on that page and you'll see some good info...hope it helps.

I guess worst case you could get a new 6 disc cartridge for the PD-M510.

Amazon has them for yours. In the Q&A section they say "The JD-M100, JD-M200 and JD-M300 are all compatible with one another. Magazine that holds 6 CD's for a compatible Pioneer CD Changer." and is compatible with your player. Here: https://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-JDM3...M300&qid=1555790959&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull

Looks like Pioneer sells them too for $19, here: JD-M300 Single - Single 6 Disc CD Cartridge for Pioneer CD Players

 

[LAwaters]

interesting.... Im wondering if the oily spots are some type of "holding/stabilizing" pads in the cartridge that have began to break down leaving the smudge....
as far as fixing it... no clue ... other than dont use #4 slot

LOL! No slot #4 till I figure this out. Holding/stabilizing pads makes sense. When I get brave enough to take it apart, I’ll look for something like that. Thanks!

 

[LAwaters]

I had a feeling it was a PD-M series just from searching around.

I did find this page which has some good info on yours (well all PD-M series) here:
Notes on the Troubleshooting and Repair of Compact Disc Players and CDROM Drives

Just search for Pioneer on that page and you'll see some good info...hope it helps.

I guess worst case you could get a new 6 disc cartridge for the PD-M510.

Amazon has them for yours. In the Q&A section they say "The JD-M100, JD-M200 and JD-M300 are all compatible with one another. Magazine that holds 6 CD's for a compatible Pioneer CD Changer." and is compatible with your player. Here: https://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-JDM3...M300&qid=1555790959&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull

Looks like Pioneer sells them too for $19, here: JD-M300 Single - Single 6 Disc CD Cartridge for Pioneer CD Players

Awesome info! Thank you for taking the time. I hadn’t gotten that far yet.

Fortunately I do have an extra cartridge that works. Here’s the real nuisance: I had over a dozen of them. Grouped by genre so I could just pop in a cartridge. When I moved cross-country 4 years ago I brought them along. All good. This past fall I clean out my closet and decide to toss out the extra cartridges because I rarely listen to CDs and only need one or two cartridges. Ugh! Sometimes I annoy myself.

No worries. I still have them, and it’s good to know I can still get them. Appreciate that link too!

 

[LAwaters]

Afternoon.. Well the rain stopped and the sun is out some. So the mower got new oil and air filter along with the blade sharpened. Wasn't going to mow the yard but figured what the heck. It's done. Got a bit of rubber mat from Menards. Tring to attach a piece of it to the driver liner in the other room. Using silicon sealer. If it doesn't work I'll switch to plan "B" as soon as I figure out what plan "B" is. For some reason GM thought leaving an open space under the gas peddle was a good idea. Safety I guess.

Also did you ever have a sound that bugged you? You know what is causing it and you know your not going to get use to it? And you know you have to do something about it? Well I've been using a large paper clip for a key ring for like 20 years. Heck I don't remember when I started using it. View attachment 810407 Well the way the Silverado is causes it to swing and hit the steering column when I drive over an uneven bit of road. Like my driveway. Just bugs me. Well a bit of 3M two sided tape and a small magnet have fix that little annoyance. Now the first time clip swings the magnet grabs it and no more hitting the column.

Sometimes it's the little things..

Well played! I like fixes like that. Nuisance noises do drive us nuts.

Now if only I could rig a magnet solution to the screaming kids downstairs.

 

[Bronze]

Sometimes it's the little things..

Yes, Sir!

 

[Bronze]

Got about a third done with the trunk. You know, 99% of people could not tell you the difference between a white oak and a red oak. And truthfully, there isn't a whole lot of difference. They look nearly identical and you got to know what to look for to know the difference. Well, I have discovered a major difference now. I've cut a lot of white oak but haven't cut a red oak till now. We have lots more whites than reds here. But man, these red oaks are dense compared to the whites. Not as dense as a hickory but noticeably heavier than the whites. They work over those chains pretty good. Counted the rings. This is a 70-75 year old tree. My parents didn't even know each other when that tree was born.

 

[Bronze]

Floor jacks and jack stands, poor man's lumber jack tools but they work and you probably already had them. I have found that Peavey with log stand to be a nice addition to my repertoire of tools. I found it on Craig's List. I told the guy I'd meet him behind the 911 Center with cash. The 911 parking lot always has cops around and it is covered with cameras - I may take risks at times but try to avoid stupid risk. There are times, though, when foolish is associated with my name.

Yeah, not even a peavy is gonna turn a 5-ton log. The jack is a must. 3-ton jack and it could barely lift one end Then I think of the millions of trees on this planet and wonder how the globe stays afloat.

 

[Bronze]

Floor jacks and jack stands, poor man's lumber jack tools but they work and you probably already had them. I have found that Peavey with log stand to be a nice addition to my repertoire of tools. I found it on Craig's List. I told the guy I'd meet him behind the 911 Center with cash. The 911 parking lot always has cops around and it is covered with cameras - I may take risks at times but try to avoid stupid risk. There are times, though, when foolish is associated with my name.

You're ready for your next chainsaw lesson (saw cutting at an angle...very common problem). This guy explains it very well. Pay close attention to tip #4. Your bar needs to be able to stand on its own. If not, you have to file it down. There are a number of ways to do it. I use the hand file method. Works perfectly fine. The guy demonstrates for you. Videos are so much better at explaining things than words alone. He recommends using your wife's kitchen countertop. Take his advice at your own peril.

One thing he did not cover was cleaning the groove in your bar. I use a wire (chicken wire) thin enough to bottom out and scrape the crap out. I'm sure you have something laying around thin enough to fit in that groove. Most screwdrivers are bad. The flat tip is nice but it widens out and doesn't go all the way to the bottom.

 

[DavidOH]

Morning......

 

[Bunnykiller]

Mornin All...

 

[CMD-Ky]

You're ready for your next chainsaw lesson (saw cutting at an angle...very common problem). This guy explains it very well. Pay close attention to tip #4. Your bar needs to be able to stand on its own. If not, you have to file it down. There are a number of ways to do it. I use the hand file method. Works perfectly fine. The guy demonstrates for you. Videos are so much better at explaining things than words alone. He recommends using your wife's kitchen countertop. Take his advice at your own peril.

One thing he did not cover was cleaning the groove in your bar. I use a wire (chicken wire) thin enough to bottom out and scrape the crap out. I'm sure you have something laying around thin enough to fit in that groove. Most screwdrivers are bad. The flat tip is nice but it widens out and doesn't go all the

Good information. Standing the bar was a great tip, I have an older saw that isn't used a lot anymore that needs that examination. I also found after cutting angularly (new word) that I had a tendency to push with my left when my han was on the top of the saw handle which sent the saw a little to the right, pure user error. Paying more attention to my left helped me a lot with a straight cut.

Never knew a chain dresser existed, it sounds like a great addition to my preventive care arsenal.
I looked at several of his other videos, he is a wealth of information.

Thanks, General, much appreciated

 

[CMD-Ky]

I have kind of a nice story to tell on Resurrection Day.

We have two dogs, a lovable black lab and a rather brilliant Beagle mix who goes by the name of 'Sheriff' and has a nickname I use, 'Madame Curie' as a tribute to her intellect. [I am generally glad that she lacks thumbs and the gift of speech, it might be more than an old guy could endure.] Sheriff is getting on in years and has had a round of sickness that has made her lethargic for several months. She got to feeling better and returned to her Beagle roots, ornery.

Her revitalized vitality has led her to head out and about, escaping the fence in ways the Lab can never master. Thursday morning she left and did not come back, we searched everywhere we could to find, hollering like idiots all over the county. We finally broke down and told our daughter the Sheriff ran off, not a good scene.

None of us are social media users, FaceBook, Twitter and the rest. But our progeny knows a lot of people who do use it. She sent them pictures of Sheriff and they posted them all over the place. About six hours after posting, she got a call from a friend saying a woman that she never met sent a picture back asking if this was the dog and it was. Sheriff had been found by a family about ten miles away who took her in and did some posting of their own while our mutt played with their daughter. We swooped in and brought her home this morning.

She had been gone for four days and three nights but was none the worse for her adventure except that she was tired and hungry. Social media (often the recipient of my criticism), a circle of our daughters' friends and a kind family saved our pup.

 

[CMD-Ky]

Ive got old world stuff too... a Sony 50 CD unit, it has 2 25 slot trays in it... its a whole lot bigger than a 32gig flash drive

I have a turntable that I refuse to let go; it is easily twenty-five years old and it works like it was new.

 

[Bronze]

Happy Easter Army!