I just realized I did not give the make and model when posting the pictures. Here they are in order of appearance. Tannoy/Micro TM33 Sansui SR-4050c Realistic LAB-400 Pioneer PL-A35 Sony PS-5550 Realistic LAB-2100 Dual 1219 Oh I forgot one, Marantz 6100
VPI started life as a HW19jr. Over the past 25 years have upgraded with TNT composite platter, bearing, clamp, refinished the base, added the JMW10 arm, later the Lyra Delos cart. Next up I want to replace the MDF plinth with a Corian plinth for added rigidity and platter support.
Here's my old friend for 40 years, the Luxman 131. It has a Sumiko arm and a Joseph Grado Signature Series cart. BTW, if anyone knows of a good aluminum cleaner for the platter, please let me know. The sides are stained from touching, and I haven't found anything to make the metal shine again. Thanks, C.
Metal polish - like Chrome polish - from your local motorcycle store for a better than new sheen. A LOT of work.. I have had good luck with window cleaner also.