Just added a few more tweaks. Replaced the stainless steel spikes for a more solid set of brass, steel and carbon fiber. I also added a peripheral rim weight. It is the lighter TTW 480 gram version made for suspended tables. Both changes have elevated the table to the next level. I'm hoping to add a carbon fiber top plate with in the next year, which should be about the last tweak I can add to the table. To date, this project is the best sound I've been able to obtain from a table. I'm very satisfied with the continued results from improvements I've made and feel that, as she stands, this table gives most hi end tables a run for their money.
It is a example and great way for someone to build on a marginal investment. Start out with a small budget of $250 and build from there. When your done you will have a fantastic table for a very modest price, indeed. I think I have around $1 300, or so, not including the cartridge.
Changes from stock include the following:
1) Plinth and dust cover $250
2) Arm $225
3) Record Clamp $50
4) Peripheral Rim Clamp $145
5) New Spiked feet $50
6) Music Hall Speed control $300
7) Record Mat $110
Mitchell Counter Weight $80
9) New Belt $17
10) Damping kit for underside chassis $60
I bought the table in excellent condition for $250.
1) Sold the old arm for $75
2) Sold the old Plinth and dust cover for $100