| Delco pushbutton Radio-8 Track combos Due to the extreme compactness and the great care that is sometimes required to access the 8 track mechanism in these units, they will generally take longer to repair than stand-alone 8 track machines. They were not designed with serviceability in mind, and often require several wires to be unsoldered in order to remove the circuit boards covering the 8 track mechanism. However, these are some of the best sounding car units ever manufactured once they are fully serviced. Please note that, due to the time constraints resulting from my current day job, I am only performing work on the 8 track section at this time. Flat rate to repair 8 track section: $225 |
| BARRY'S 8 TRACK REPAIR |
| The classic automotive 8 Track players |
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| The ancient DELCO 4-knobber, 8 track underdash (no radio). Model # 6264547 and many others This is the classic of all classics, and is unquestionably the best 8 Track Player ever manufactured for cars. With a huge, heavy motor and capstan, large flywheel and double belt system for consistent speed, this is the "Sherman Tank" of all car 8 track machines. This unit always requires several hours of labor to restore original factory performance, and can be expected to operate like new for a good 15 years once professionally serviced. The indicator lamps simply pull out from the top, and can be replaced by the user with easily obtainable 12 volt lamps. Flat rate to fully repair: $275 |
| Kraco, Craig, Audiovox, Sparkomatic and other relatively "newer" model underdash units. You can expect good performance from models manufactured in the 70's and 80's after a few hours of work in my shop. These were added to cars by do-it-yourselfers during the big 8 track craze, are built much cheaper than the older models and typically weigh less than 3 pounds. Despite their cheap designs, they generally sounded pretty decent and are much easier to repair. Their main drawback is the small motors, belts and capstans, which usually result in very slight speed variations with worn tapes. Flat rate to fully repair: $99 |
| Delco 2-knobber Simple operation with two inner and two outer knobs, the classic 2-knobber shares the same rugged construction and reliability as the 4-knobber above. The left inner and outer knobs are Volume and Tone respectively, with the Balance control being the right inner knob. The right outer knob is a dummy knob for appearance and has no function. This unit also uses two belts and a high quality motor. Flat rate to fully repair: $225 |
| BARRY'S 8 TRACK REPAIR |
| Cruise in your classic with GUARANTEED tapes from the 8 Track Shack! |
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| Same as above, with radio These units share the same inexpensive construction as the above unit, but are nevertheless very reliable machines once restored to factory performance. These machines often don't have the torque to pull stubborn tapes, but this will Virtually ALL 8 track tapes require a new foil splice and pressure pad, and many will need to be played all the way through several times to pack the tape evenly again. This will result in a tape that will play smoothly in any machine. Flat rate to fully repair: $149 |
| There are many, many units not mentioned, such as those made for Ford Motor Company (FoMoCo) as stock units in their many cars. The FoMoCo units share the same high quality and rugged construction as the Delco units, with similar measures required to fully repair them. My Flat Rate Pricing applies to the general TYPE of unit, and does not take into account the brand, or amount of work required to repair it. My Flat Rate Pricing makes it easier for both myself and the customer to get me paid, and to get you back on the road for that Car Show! As long as you live in the United States, my Flat Rate Pricing ALWAYS includes return shipping to the customer. I have found FedEx to be the most reliable, careful and professional carrier; thus I generally use FedEx. International customers: Please inquire about shipping rates and methods. There is a possibility that I may not be able to ship to your country, depending upon many factors. Please note that my responsibility ends when I have proof of shipping in my records, and a customs number. |