[Jukebox-list] Seeburg m100b

Fri May 2 15:54:47 PDT 2008

Hi John,
	Yes, I do need to remove it this weekend.  I didn't realize the lock  
wasn't replaceable, I'm a rookie.  I live in the Chicago area, anyone  
else?
Thanks everyone, as you can see I have alot to learn.
Tom.
On May 2, 2008, at 5:35 PM, John Robertson wrote:

>
> Thomas Moran wrote:
>> Hi Ron,
>> Thanks for all your info.  I don't think they have the key to the  
>> machine, so I may have to drill out the lock to remove the record  
>> mech.  I think I may bubblewrap and possibly strap it upright in a  
>> pickup, I'll see how everything goes when I get there.  Also, I  
>> would definitely like your Mechanism Guide and I haven't purchased  
>> a manual yet.  Where might I purchase those, through you or another  
>> company?  I believe I saw your book advertised on a juke site, but  
>> forgot which.
>> Thanks,
>> Tom.
> Hi Tom,
>
> Are you  in a rush to get the jukebox? Otherwise order a key from  
> Victoryglass or see if a member of this list lives close enough to  
> you to lend you a key Seeburg M100B uses a G219 according to my  
> list. You really do not want to drill the lock...you won't be able  
> to replace it and there are three of them on the machine - two on  
> the sides and the rear door - all keyed alike.
>
> Now the cash door is another matter, drill it out as each operator  
> had their own lock, but cabinet locks were left with the  
> manufacturers lock for ease of service...
>
> John :-#)#
>
>> On May 1, 2008, at 6:29 PM, Ron Rich wrote:
>>
>>> Hi Tom,
>>> Other persons may dis-agree, but I would NEVER lay any jukebox on  
>>> it's back, for any reason, unless it was PROPERLY "bolted down for  
>>> shipment". In the case of a Seeburg, some will suggest that the  
>>> three or four (depending on model) tie down bolts should be  
>>> tightened, and that is all you need do, beside making sure that  
>>> ALL the doors are locked, and that the locks will hold. I dis- 
>>> agree, as I have seen the mechanisms ruined doing just that. The  
>>> proper way is to insert spacers under the base, then tighten the  
>>> bolts down. Next, in my opinion, it necessary to install the two  
>>> shipping bolts, that bind the carriage to the base frame. If this  
>>> can not be done, I strongly suggest that the whole mechanism be  
>>> removed prior to laying it down. This can be done in a few  
>>> moments, by (on a "B") opening the lower rear door, then opening  
>>> the upper rear door (which is held by a "window type latch" on  
>>> each side). Once that's done, you will need to remove the metal  
>>> clamp,
>>> holding the wire on the left hand slide. Then unplug all of the  
>>> cables going to the mechanism. Next, you will need to remove the  
>>> two pins, that go through the wood. They are held in place by "E"  
>>> washers. Slide the mech to the rear enough to pull the front cable  
>>> through the hole, and tuck all the wires out of the way. Then  
>>> slide the whole thing out. Be sure that the mechanism is in such a  
>>> position that it will clear the mirrors, on the way out.
>>> As for books, I would suggest a service manual, and (humbly), my  
>>> Seeburg Mechanism Guide(which contains the above instructions).
>>> Ron Rich
>>>
>>>
>>> --- On Thu, 5/1/08, Thomas Moran <tommoran13 at comcast.net> wrote:
>>>
>>>> From: Thomas Moran <tommoran13 at comcast.net>
>>>> Subject: [Jukebox-list] Seeburg m100b
>>>> To: "Jukebox mailing list" <jukebox-list at lists.netlojix.com>
>>>> Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008, 1:42 PM
>>>> Hello All,
>>>>    This is my first posting, i've been lurking around for
>>>> a couple of
>>>> months just reading and learning from you all.  I can see
>>>> the
>>>> knowledge this group has is extensive and quite accessible,
>>>> thank
>>>> you.  Anyway, I have a AMI model A that I have stored for a
>>>> friend for
>>>> a few years and only recently starting cleaning her up and
>>>> starting to
>>>> get her going.  But this weekend, I will be picking up my
>>>> own Seeburg
>>>> m100b that seems to be pretty complete.  The question I
>>>> have for you
>>>> all is transporting it.  I was wondering if I should chance
>>>> laying it
>>>> on its back in my minivan or should I borrow a pickup truck
>>>> and strap
>>>> it standing up.  If I go the minivan route, are there some
>>>> things I
>>>> should remove before laying it on its back.  Your advice is
>>>> much
>>>> appreciated.  I'm very excited about my find and
>>>> can't wait to start
>>>> cleaning her up.  Besides the manual, is there any other
>>>> literature or
>>>> books I should pick up for the Seeburg?  I am sure I will
>>>> be asking
>>>> many a question to the list in the coming months.  I also,
>>>> have a few
>>>> cosmetic questions about the Mother of Plastic, if anyone
>>>> out there
>>>> has one.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks,
>>>> Tom Moran
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