This method is actually good when determining if a deck is worth restoring or not. Slap a rubber band on there, if all is well then you know it's worth the $15-20 for a proper belt.

@dannyjaar

5 жыл бұрын

idd a rubber band brings wow and flutter instandly yuse a proper beld the are not expansive for a test a elastic band is ok not for full use greetings from a dutch hobbist

@Curi0u50ne

4 жыл бұрын

dannyjaar OMG! I always wanted to see a Hobbit, we don’t have in the Uk, lot of troll and elflings ....even 1 or 2 Neanderthals

@soupflood

3 жыл бұрын

@@Curi0u50ne 😂

@YTSkeptic

2 жыл бұрын

@mason - That's the first intelligent reason to use rubber bands that I've seen. IF the only alternative is a belt set and I acquired the deck in unknown condition (powers up but doesn't play), using rubber bands *might* be helpful. Usually though, if the unit's drive wheels spin that's enough for me to go forward and buy a kit. But some kits have become ridiculous. $ 100 for a kit for a very TOTL deck is where I LOST it! (Even Nak belts are $ 35). I have several decks that I bought to learn on, use and/or resell. So, kits add up too fast for what I get (an assurance, whether founded or not, that the belts are the correct size). I'll probably spring for a wide variety of "assorted" belts. Then, if the unit works, I'm done. When repairing CD players , using rubber bands would often require repeating several steps to remove / replace the rubber bands. Not worth it for what *assorted* belts cost.

Yes it will work... maybe for a few months... And then you'll have to find another rubber band. Belts made for electronics tend to be a different type of rubber than plain old rubber bands. They are far less prone to drying out. A regular rubber band, used for this task and with the warmth inside the cassette deck, will likely dry out and snap within a few months. That said, it's not difficult to put 'em on and yep, free.

@kbhasi

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice!

@jogmas12

5 жыл бұрын

Revenge Rabbit so true rubber band oxidize quickly better to go with The original part of a part with The same kínd of material

@dr0117

3 жыл бұрын

the wow and flutter are way out of specs

drive belt from a rubber band will cause a warble under the slightest load. They are great to see if the transport is working but are far from ideal. If you have to get just one, get the drive belt, sometimes the RWD/FF is a seperate belt and that is not going to be affected by a stretchy band. I rigged up a Sony 615S with a rubber band and it was terrible, but the band was very thin. New belts were $5 a piece at the local electronics store. Ebay is no bargain when it comes to belts.

dont forget it may play well.now but when the heat builds up those bands will stretch. speed will.also be affected during playback. plis belts are low cost to buy

Brilliant! I went to the local thrift shop for some bands and now my Pioneer CT-676 tape door opens sweetly once again. Many thanks - it beats the 10 euro price tag for the belt set, one of which I don't need.

I just wanted to take a minute, and thank you for the insight of replacing the old belt with a rubber band...I had a whole bag of various rubber bands and there was almost an exact size in there...

Thx just repaired mine. Works like a charm.

you can buy a bag of assorted rubber bands from aliexpress for about two dollars which i have been using for the last two years and are the correct kind of rubber!

They do not last. I did that for a walkman. A month later the rubber was like a glue. It doesn't worth the work of replacing. But may be a good idea for scammers.

@YTSkeptic

2 жыл бұрын

@best onion - ... or YT "gurus" who want to monetize people's wishful thinking.

@lesliespeakes1025

8 ай бұрын

I did this based on the instructions 5 years ago and only now need to redo it for a 1990 Radio Shack boombox.

i assume you do this before selling your broken deck :)

I can't find a rubber band the right size: the one I used makes the motor too hot. I glad it work for you.

Often the rubber band will slip off. Also because rubber bands are not perfectly balanced they can cause wow and flutter. But they are a great way to get a cassette deck going until you can get a proper belt. If you like to tinker like I do!

Rubber bands dont last, get gooey, and stretch inconsistently so you'll get wow and flutter. Probably best to spend the $20 (w/ shipping) to get the better belts.

Good idea, Thanks.

elastics dry out in a period of a week. so you'de be replaceing it weakly.. Just get a belt.. theyre like $6-7.. You can buy in bulk and have enough for all your decks..

I have that same Aiwa. The head block is stuck in the cassette. Is that the belt causing this?

To mutch tightnes can damage bearings in the motor

How many belts are on this drive?

What is called The rubber bands

Ever notice how most rubber bands don't have longevity? But some last a long time. So the question is what is a quality rubber band brand.

Funny stuff, "works perfectly". If you ignore wow and flutter maybe. Just do an internet search on the brand and model with the words replacement belt, buy from a good source, actually fixed.

To mutch tention can wear out motor

google mars communcation. get correct belt so it play correctly

a lot of w&f?

I have the same deck. It would be helpful to know how to get them on, instead of how to save a few bucks. Mine basically melt when you touch them

@rennethjarrett4580

4 жыл бұрын

Look up PRB or EVG on the internet PRB still make many belts.

Really vintage gold

Cool!

Good idea, but nothing like the original belt. The speed/pitch of this is horrible for the alternative, viz the rubber band, better put the real/original belt for better speed/pitch.

no no no ! fit the proper belts

What song was playing and by whom? Do you mind sharing?

@eh4252

5 ай бұрын

Because by The Beatles

Just picked up a mint-looking Optimus deck from estate sale. Won't rewind or ff either side.... you think this is a belt issue?

@audio4335

3 жыл бұрын

Only way to know for sure is to open it up and inspect the belts. Good Luck!

@cylonvoiceguy

3 жыл бұрын

@@audio4335 Yup, belts are soft, stretched out like melted string cheese! Gotta find someone handier than me to replace!

You can find cheap belts from China online. An assortment of belts of various sizes can go for under five bucks (shipping included). Buy an assortment and never be without a belt again!

They will fell apart after a while, are too thick and often put to much load on capstans and motor bearings - I did cut belt from rubber gloves but for right replacement belt kit Marrs Communication would be the place to visit if you really care about the equipment . Nice Aiwa BTW.

@Phineas1808

6 жыл бұрын

have you bought any sets from them (Marrs)?

@pliedtka

6 жыл бұрын

+Emilio Alfonso Ochoa Moreno the belts are made in Japan for Marrs, not cheap but they are the most compatible with OEM belts available. Interesting fact, the original belts on Sony dual cassette deck (1997 production) disintegrated into blob of black chewing gum like substance. The w&f dropped down on my dual capstan Nak after belt replacement.

excellent! Love it.

Easy to do on a wide belt deck, the decks that use a square type belt are a problem, try to use a rubber band on those and you'll have problems, most rubber bands are not the same all the way around, they have bumps in them which you will hear, you also should be calibrating your speed after any belt change, it will show up in a recording when you listen to it back.

I have fixed the loading mechanism of an old DVD player using the same approach. I will give a try on my broken tape deck too.

What song is playing?

@beatlesfan-ej5rz

Жыл бұрын

Because-The Beatles

Maybe you could just use the belts from the decks you don't use any more.

This is a bad bad move as rubber bands go brittle and snap,she'd, become sticky under temperature. Especially the Warm tempS IN cassette player motors and electronics. Do it once and do it right.

Consult a authorized service center

a belt for that is less than $7

@Hikermike56

6 жыл бұрын

not for my sony deck, it is a LOT more than $7 !!!

@djradson

6 жыл бұрын

I got a Fisher CR-4170 and the belt kit is around 20 euros.

@megawhitemaster7740

3 жыл бұрын

@@Hikermike56 my Jvc $12 +$160 replace.

2 - 3 weeks MAX!

White and light colors rubber is extremely low time-resistant.

MARS Bulgaria eBay $7 to $9 for OEM belts!

This might be ok to evaluate the workings of the deck, I've done it , but by no means is this a fix .

worked for 1 deck if 2 decks....not work

rw and ff has nothing to do with those belts, its has separate motor for that

There's a bit of muffly sound with rubber band... The replacement rubber is so cheap and available now on most online store.

answers the phone

My other casettte deck plays like that.... I will take it down one of these days...

Buy some O rings from the car shop. they work better

I know my english sux, but title say: 'HOW to replace...' I didn't find in this film answer on question HOW.... dislike...

@375GTB

5 жыл бұрын

Precisely!

@soupflood

3 жыл бұрын

How? Why, with your hands and patience, of course!

I like your style. So, maybe these won't last as long as the factory belts? Oh my, then you'll have to spend another NOTHING to replace them.

@glenzabriskie3952

7 жыл бұрын

why not spend the $7 and do it the right way. a new belt could give you another 10-15 years life. that rubber band will last a few months and most likely the wrong tension will fry your capstan motor.

The wow and flutter was so bad. Why bother?

Don't do this. Please. There will be HUGELY higher wow and flutter , the speed will be different most likely , and it will sound CRAP. Rubber bands aren't made for that purpose , obviously.

That sounds terrible, you call that fixed? 🤣

at least when the bands go bad theres no goo.... stupid goo... 50 belts for 10$, black no rip rubber bands for braids. 2.99... Recycled broccoli bands... Priceless. The tan ones seem to work best as long as they are exercised otherwise they dry up and are no good for the rubberband mans gun... Ideally, the solution is classified... because it lasts forever. The research has been done...

Pathetic brother. You should be ashamed. Your wow and flutter will go through the roof eroding sound quality and you'll be changing that thing before you know it. God help you,

@giir3211

6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Amen

@coreyfellows9420

5 жыл бұрын

O shut up

@coreyfellows9420

5 жыл бұрын

You ever heard u get what u pay for?? Well... It's free... So... Who cares

@soupflood

3 жыл бұрын

Godspeed!

FAIL!!!!!