Just wondering if any members have constructed a viable support mechanism for record changers (especially BSR and Garrard) which allows repairs to be done with the the changer cycling.

Currently I use various sizes of wooden blocks but invariably the changer slips off and the process becomes a pain in the proverbial.

Years ago a fellow tech developed a system of chains and hooks but from memory it wasn't all that successful.

Any bright ideas?

Three or four dowels that fit into well positioned holes on a similar sized sheet of plywood is probably the quickest way to set up. They can be made tall enough so you can see under the turntable whilst testing.

dowels that fit into well positioned holes on a similar sized sheet of plywood

Similar to this:

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-JyP5gOmBIUk/Tojt8idkP1I/AAAAAAAAGU4/uqI13qrfygY/s640/IMG_20111002_155715.jpg

Another style for working on radio chassis is the 'rotisserie' style:

http://radiostands.com/dimensions.html

Yep, same as that.

Next time I set up my workshop again I am going to go down a slightly different path though. I will set up two sash clamps on a weighted arm (like a Planet desk lamp but much bigger and stronger) so that a chassis or turntable can be tilted in any direction for even easier repair.

Such an undertaking is not a five minute job though.

This is my proto type that I've used for many years, needs refining but it works for me. I designed it to fold away and at the same time keep the right hand side clear of all the workings. A mirror placed at the bottom shows the action in process. The side have a plastic runner to hold the sides in place as well as protecting the paint work on the record player.
Rudy.