Some really helpful thoughts shared above
Agree a dealer (with good experiences of setting up tonearms and Linn items), is worth its weight in gold to help you through such a process.
In my case, Graham at @BasicallySound has been setting up LP12’s for long enough that he’s probably done hundreds of Ittok’s. For me, working with a local dealer relationship is always best. Most might agree on that advice.
My own Ittok was originally partnered with our LP12 from new, in 1986. However, in 2020, (as part of a much larger LP12 refurb” and upgrade project), the Ittok received some much needed TLC. As Graham discovered the bearing were starting to tire.
You can read the story of my Ittok service and bearing replacement here…
My point is : Bearings ; internal wiring ; key parts ; etc can all be found and lovingly replaced. Working with specialists is the key.
This work brought the Ittok back to near new condition. Good for another 30+ years of use.
The LP12 refurb’ and upgrade story is documented here…
Hope all the advice is helpful for your own journey.
KR
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