A Beogram 4002 (Type 5513) turntable arrived from a Tennessee customer for a complete restoration. The turntable was shipped safely in a Beolover container. This post focuses on the turntable’s initial condition upon arrival.
The first photo shows the turntable as it was unpacked.
The dust cover has numerous scratches and a spot that appears to be chemical damage. Replacing the existing cover with a new one from Beoparts-shop in Denmark is recommended, along with a new reproduction of the aluminum strip.
The dust cover hinge also exhibits corrosion, as seen in the photo.
The paint in these areas will soon flake off, exposing the aluminum underneath.
The dust cover was removed to assess the cosmetic condition of the turntable.
The aluminum surfaces are in good shape with no significant damage. The keypad is also well-preserved, with only faint fingerprints visible under specific lighting.
The turntable is a good candidate for a Beolover Commander remote control system installation. This system allows for complete operation without touching the keypad. It’s best to avoid using the keypad if it’s in good condition, as the oils in skin can degrade the keys’ coating. Alternatively, a soft cloth can be used to press the keys.
The plinth remains in good condition, showing only slight damage on the bottom corners.
These imperfections can be concealed with a color-matched crayon.
Two of the enclosure’s plastic feet are absent, replaced with glued-on rubber bumpers.
Hopefully, these can be removed without damaging the paint and replaced with appropriate rubber feet.
After the visual inspection, the aluminum panels were removed to examine the internal components.
The unit seems to be all original, which is ideal for restoration purposes. As is typical with 4002s of this age, the orange transport lock bushings are beginning to deteriorate.
When powered on, the carriage moved slowly towards the LP setdown point, successfully engaging the solenoid. The platter motor is also operational. These are all positive signs.
This appears to be a fairly straightforward restoration project. The next update will detail the work completed.