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Old November 21st 07, 02:36 AM posted to alt.collecting.8-track-tapes
still_trackin
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Default Akai CR-80T Arrived!

Just got my CR-80T today and thought I'd post an update. The deck is
in very nice condition, plays well, changes tracks at least on the
tapes played so far and it doesn't crackle in either channel which is
a relief!
I did notice a little bit of crosstalk inbetween tracks on some
tapes, so it most likely needs a slight head adjustment....I'll have
to look into that in the future. The azimuth seems good...getting some
decent highs for the most part.
Hooked an FM antenna up and can pull in most stations in my
area....not a bad tuner and the circular green dial is kinda cool.
This deck appears to be an early Akai model, resembling my Roberts in
that it holds the tape very secure and the side panels don't have the
screws like the later models have. Overall with a little tweaking
should be a good reliable deck and one of the better ones I've got off
the bay.
Have a great Thanksgiving!
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Old November 21st 07, 02:50 AM posted to alt.collecting.8-track-tapes
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Default Akai CR-80T Arrived!

On Tue, 20 Nov 2007 17:36:39 -0800 (PST), still_trackin
wrote:

Just got my CR-80T today and thought I'd post an update. The deck is
in very nice condition, plays well, changes tracks at least on the
tapes played so far and it doesn't crackle in either channel which is
a relief!
I did notice a little bit of crosstalk inbetween tracks on some
tapes, so it most likely needs a slight head adjustment....I'll have
to look into that in the future. The azimuth seems good...getting some
decent highs for the most part. snip


You're not qualified to do a head alignment on an Akai, even if you
use the "real" GC/Waldom alignment tape, which isn't worth a crap in
itself, although those frauds you sell on eBay are even worse due to
minute misalignments, lack of fluxivity calibration and a the junker
tapes onto which they're copied.

Why do you continue to buy 8 track crap to resell on eBay, when your
reputation worldwide is swirling in the toilet like the big, squishy
turd that you are? Why not be a good little 'tard, pack up your crap
and move to the 8mm NGs. Go annoy them for awhile.
  #3  
Old November 21st 07, 04:14 AM posted to alt.collecting.8-track-tapes
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Default Akai CR-80T Arrived!

On Nov 20, 7:50 pm, DeserTBoB wrote:
On Tue, 20 Nov 2007 17:36:39 -0800 (PST), still_trackin

wrote:
Just got my CR-80T today and thought I'd post an update. The deck is
in very nice condition, plays well, changes tracks at least on the
tapes played so far and it doesn't crackle in either channel which is
a relief!
I did notice a little bit of crosstalk inbetween tracks on some
tapes, so it most likely needs a slight head adjustment....I'll have
to look into that in the future. The azimuth seems good...getting some
decent highs for the most part. snip


You're not qualified to do a head alignment on an Akai, even if you
use the "real" GC/Waldom alignment tape, which isn't worth a crap in
itself, although those frauds you sell on eBay are even worse due to
minute misalignments, lack of fluxivity calibration and a the junker
tapes onto which they're copied.

Why do you continue to buy 8 track crap to resell on eBay, when your
reputation worldwide is swirling in the toilet like the big, squishy
turd that you are? Why not be a good little 'tard, pack up your crap
and move to the 8mm NGs. Go annoy them for awhile.


Whoa!!!! Are you confusing me with another person from this news
group? For one...I've never sold an 8 track item on e Bay in my life
and I have no interest in 8mm what so ever. You gave me alot of useful
info on my other posts....I think you may have jumped the gun this
time! Check your old posts.....what gives?
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Old November 21st 07, 04:16 AM posted to alt.collecting.8-track-tapes
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Default Akai CR-80T Arrived!

On Tue, 20 Nov 2007 19:14:42 -0800 (PST), still_trackin
wrote:


Whoa!!!! Are you confusing me with another person from this news
group? For one...I've never sold an 8 track item on e Bay in my life
and I have no interest in 8mm what so ever. You gave me alot of useful
info on my other posts....I think you may have jumped the gun this
time! Check your old posts.....what gives? snip


Damn! My apologies. I thought you were Noodles!

I'm forever in your debt! Well...figuratively, at least!

How I got your post twisted up with Charlie Nudo, I haven't a clue,
but the author column was clearly showing him as the author. Now, I
look again, and your name is there.

Again, my extreme apologies for the mix up.
  #5  
Old November 21st 07, 01:07 PM posted to alt.collecting.8-track-tapes
trippin-2-8-track
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Default Akai CR-80T Arrived!

On Nov 21, 3:00 am, "Andy" wrote:
got to watch those posts bob you dont want to scare off the good posters in
this dieing group

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AL'S COMPUTERS"DeserTBoB" wrote in message

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On Tue, 20 Nov 2007 19:14:42 -0800 (PST), still_trackin
wrote:


Whoa!!!! Are you confusing me with another person from this news
group? For one...I've never sold an 8 track item on e Bay in my life
and I have no interest in 8mm what so ever. You gave me alot of useful
info on my other posts....I think you may have jumped the gun this
time! Check your old posts.....what gives? snip


Damn! My apologies. I thought you were Noodles!


I'm forever in your debt! Well...figuratively, at least!


How I got your post twisted up with Charlie Nudo, I haven't a clue,
but the author column was clearly showing him as the author. Now, I
look again, and your name is there.


Again, my extreme apologies for the mix up.- Hide quoted text -


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now you know just how delusional and paranoid DeserTBob is- in his
mind, you have to look out, there's an honest Ebay seller who refunds
your money, behind every tree !

run ! beware !

(laughter...)
  #6  
Old November 21st 07, 01:11 PM posted to alt.collecting.8-track-tapes
trippin-2-8-track
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Default insane DeserTBob so delusional, he thinks every post is a scammingEbay seller

On Nov 20, 10:14 pm, still_trackin wrote:
On Nov 20, 7:50 pm, DeserTBoB wrote:





On Tue, 20 Nov 2007 17:36:39 -0800 (PST), still_trackin


wrote:
Just got my CR-80T today and thought I'd post an update. The deck is
in very nice condition, plays well, changes tracks at least on the
tapes played so far and it doesn't crackle in either channel which is
a relief!
I did notice a little bit of crosstalk inbetween tracks on some
tapes, so it most likely needs a slight head adjustment....I'll have
to look into that in the future. The azimuth seems good...getting some
decent highs for the most part. snip


You're not qualified to do a head alignment on an Akai, even if you
use the "real" GC/Waldom alignment tape, which isn't worth a crap in
itself, although those frauds you sell on eBay are even worse due to
minute misalignments, lack of fluxivity calibration and a the junker
tapes onto which they're copied.


Why do you continue to buy 8 track crap to resell on eBay, when your
reputation worldwide is swirling in the toilet like the big, squishy
turd that you are? Why not be a good little 'tard, pack up your crap
and move to the 8mm NGs. Go annoy them for awhile.


Whoa!!!! Are you confusing me with another person from this news
group? For one...I've never sold an 8 track item on e Bay in my life
and I have no interest in 8mm what so ever. You gave me alot of useful
info on my other posts....I think you may have jumped the gun this
time! Check your old posts.....what gives?- Hide quoted text -

- Show quoted text -




now you know why I told you, don't believe ANYTHING this DeserTBob guy
says- he's on heavy anti-depressants and is on a mental roller-
coaster, the guy is CRACKED. He is disabled, does not work, and sits
home stewing on the net all day- waiting for monthly disability SSI
checks. He bought an alignment tape from me, returned it for a full
refund, which I sent him by check- he cashed the check, then went
BANANAS in here for the past 3 years.

look at what he's doing now, he thinks you're a "scamming ebay seller"

he also had (2) of his own Ebay usernames permanently banned, for
auction harassment- the guy is INSANE


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Old November 21st 07, 02:17 PM posted to alt.collecting.8-track-tapes
trippin-2-8-track
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Default Akai CR-80T Arrived!

On Nov 20, 8:36 pm, still_trackin wrote:
Just got my CR-80T today and thought I'd post an update. The deck is
in very nice condition, plays well, changes tracks at least on the
tapes played so far and it doesn't crackle in either channel which is
a relief!
I did notice a little bit of crosstalk inbetween tracks on some
tapes, so it most likely needs a slight head adjustment....I'll have
to look into that in the future. The azimuth seems good...getting some
decent highs for the most part.
Hooked an FM antenna up and can pull in most stations in my
area....not a bad tuner and the circular green dial is kinda cool.
This deck appears to be an early Akai model, resembling my Roberts in
that it holds the tape very secure and the side panels don't have the
screws like the later models have. Overall with a little tweaking
should be a good reliable deck and one of the better ones I've got off
the bay.
Have a great Thanksgiving!


nice deck you have there- the tape head height and azimuth screws are
on bottom, remove the bottom cover- azimuth
is the small phillips head screw without the spring under it- do NOT
turn the screw with the spring under it- that is only the
tensioner- the head height screw is the larger flat blade screw

there are also (2) tiny flat blade screws for head tilt forward/
backward. usually those are ok and fine- but after you get your
height and azimuth dialed in, using a Columbia cart- you can check
those while playing

set all tracking adjustments on channel 2 and 3, don't set them on 1
or 4- because that will bias the settings towards either top or bottom
of the tape. Setting them to 2 or 3, splits the difference, and gives
good avg. playback on all 4 programs

ps- beware DeserTBob and his false tech info- he gave Ommadawn tech
advice, that ruined his new deck- you said have a great Thanksgiving-
DesertBob is an atheist- he has such an acute case of left-wing mental
liberal disease, he immediately thought you were me- FYI, he hates the
holiday season, because he has no family to share it with- he also
hates Christmas- this is the type of guy he is- BEWARE ! He no doubt
hates you now too, because you like Thanksgiving

have a great Thanksgiving yourself

  #8  
Old November 21st 07, 03:14 PM posted to alt.collecting.8-track-tapes
William W Western[_2_]
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Default Akai CR-80T Arrived!

Why do you continue to buy 8 track crap to resell on eBay, when your
reputation worldwide is swirling in the toilet like the big, squishy
turd that you are? Why not be a good little 'tard, pack up your crap
and move to the 8mm NGs. Go annoy them for awhile.

That NG has pretty well dried up over time as well. It used
to be flourishing years ago. Seems to me that CalJam chap was even posting
there a few years back, though quite sensibly if my memory is correct.
Anyway, most posters have migrated to policed forums.

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Old November 21st 07, 03:40 PM posted to alt.collecting.8-track-tapes
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Default DeserTBob going through his yearly holiday depression-again


"still_trackin" wrote in message
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On Nov 20, 7:50 pm, DeserTBoB wrote:
On Tue, 20 Nov 2007 17:36:39 -0800 (PST), still_trackin

wrote:
Just got my CR-80T today and thought I'd post an update. The deck is
in very nice condition, plays well, changes tracks at least on the
tapes played so far and it doesn't crackle in either channel which is
a relief!
I did notice a little bit of crosstalk inbetween tracks on some
tapes, so it most likely needs a slight head adjustment....I'll have
to look into that in the future. The azimuth seems good...getting some
decent highs for the most part. snip


You're not qualified to do a head alignment on an Akai, even if you
use the "real" GC/Waldom alignment tape, which isn't worth a crap in
itself, although those frauds you sell on eBay are even worse due to
minute misalignments, lack of fluxivity calibration and a the junker
tapes onto which they're copied.

Why do you continue to buy 8 track crap to resell on eBay, when your
reputation worldwide is swirling in the toilet like the big, squishy
turd that you are? Why not be a good little 'tard, pack up your crap
and move to the 8mm NGs. Go annoy them for awhile.


Whoa!!!! Are you confusing me with another person from this news
group? For one...I've never sold an 8 track item on e Bay in my life
and I have no interest in 8mm what so ever. You gave me alot of useful
info on my other posts....I think you may have jumped the gun this
time! Check your old posts.....what gives?




watch your eyes ! DeserTBob is going through his yearly holiday depression
again- one year he was posting remarks that said "f-k Christmas"- the guy
hates his life, hates America, hates God, and hates the world- he has no
family to speak of, and suffers from not being loved as a kid...

add to it, his financial state doesn't allow him to enjoy the holidays...

see below

Holiday Depression
No matter where you go this time of year, you are bound to see festive
lights, beautiful decor, and men and women hustling about, planning holiday
activities, attending parties, shopping for the perfect gifts, and more. The
holiday season is very joyous for some. However, it can be sad, lonely and
often times stressful for many others who experience holiday depression each
year.

Holiday depression, also referred to as the "holiday blues," affects more
than one million people each year. It is a very common emotional experience,
which can be triggered by a number of things, including stress, fatigue,
unrealistic holiday expectations, financial limitations, inability to be
with family and friends during the holidays, or just the opposite, pressure
to be with family and friends. The loss of a loved one or a lifestyle
change, such as a separation or divorce, can also lead to holiday
depression.



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Old November 21st 07, 05:03 PM posted to alt.collecting.8-track-tapes
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Default DeserTBob going through his yearly holiday depression-again

On Nov 21, 8:40 am, "trippin-2-8-trak" wrote:
"still_trackin" wrote in message

...





On Nov 20, 7:50 pm, DeserTBoB wrote:
On Tue, 20 Nov 2007 17:36:39 -0800 (PST), still_trackin


wrote:
Just got my CR-80T today and thought I'd post an update. The deck is
in very nice condition, plays well, changes tracks at least on the
tapes played so far and it doesn't crackle in either channel which is
a relief!
I did notice a little bit of crosstalk inbetween tracks on some
tapes, so it most likely needs a slight head adjustment....I'll have
to look into that in the future. The azimuth seems good...getting some
decent highs for the most part. snip


You're not qualified to do a head alignment on an Akai, even if you
use the "real" GC/Waldom alignment tape, which isn't worth a crap in
itself, although those frauds you sell on eBay are even worse due to
minute misalignments, lack of fluxivity calibration and a the junker
tapes onto which they're copied.


Why do you continue to buy 8 track crap to resell on eBay, when your
reputation worldwide is swirling in the toilet like the big, squishy
turd that you are? Why not be a good little 'tard, pack up your crap
and move to the 8mm NGs. Go annoy them for awhile.


Whoa!!!! Are you confusing me with another person from this news
group? For one...I've never sold an 8 track item on e Bay in my life
and I have no interest in 8mm what so ever. You gave me alot of useful
info on my other posts....I think you may have jumped the gun this
time! Check your old posts.....what gives?


watch your eyes ! DeserTBob is going through his yearly holiday depression
again- one year he was posting remarks that said "f-k Christmas"- the guy
hates his life, hates America, hates God, and hates the world- he has no
family to speak of, and suffers from not being loved as a kid...

add to it, his financial state doesn't allow him to enjoy the holidays...

see below

Holiday Depression
No matter where you go this time of year, you are bound to see festive
lights, beautiful decor, and men and women hustling about, planning holiday
activities, attending parties, shopping for the perfect gifts, and more. The
holiday season is very joyous for some. However, it can be sad, lonely and
often times stressful for many others who experience holiday depression each
year.

Holiday depression, also referred to as the "holiday blues," affects more
than one million people each year. It is a very common emotional experience,
which can be triggered by a number of things, including stress, fatigue,
unrealistic holiday expectations, financial limitations, inability to be
with family and friends during the holidays, or just the opposite, pressure
to be with family and friends. The loss of a loved one or a lifestyle
change, such as a separation or divorce, can also lead to holiday
depression.- Hide quoted text -

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Didn't want to open a can of worms here....I guess it was a case of
mistaken identity. No prob DB! Wish this group could get back to the
original focus of "fans of the endless loop"....you guys are very
knowledgable on the subject....it's a shame time and space is wasted
on the same old flaming that has become overly repetitive and quite
frankly boring. I for one don't need to be constantly reminded of
another members life/practices. That's not why I view this group.
The reason I joined this group in the first place was that the
other group never responded to any of my posts. Not sure why? Newbie?
Who knows! It was nice to get a quick and informative response to my
posts from you guys, I appreciate that and value the information.
Enjoy your holiday and keep those carts playing!

P.S. I'm looking into having the CR-80T worked on by a qualified tech
in my area....it's a keeper and I don't think I'm up to the job of
head alignment etc.,
 




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