8mm Forum: Slow speed on Sankyo Dualux 1000

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Posted by Paul Luft (Member # 3042) on October 17, 2019, 10:53 AM:

Hi, I recently bought a used Sankyo Dualux 1000 on ebay. It's in great shape but even turning it up to the fastest speed is still a bit slow, so the film stutters a bit. It seems a bit better once it warms up.

Before I go and try changing belts, is there some kind of adjustment inside that would affect this, or is it likely a loose or older belt?

Thanks for any assistance ...

Posted by Brian Fretwell (Member # 4302) on October 17, 2019, 11:11 AM:

If it is better when warmed I would suspect old grease and that removing it and re-lubricating might help.

Posted by Paul Luft (Member # 3042) on October 17, 2019, 11:48 AM:

I just changed the belt and that seems to have been the problem.

Thank you for your assistance, and to the great YouTube videos on how to change the belt. Such a useful forum!

PL

Posted by Janice Glesser (Member # 2758) on October 17, 2019, 01:10 PM:

Great Paul! Glad you got your Sankyo up to speed [Smile]

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