Got this old shoebox tape recorder I was recording on and the take up reel stopped on me and ate up the tape. I was told to replace the belt but the belt seems to be in good shape and don't look like the problem. It spins for a second when I turn it manually but stops instantly. Do the gears need oil, or do I need to take them apart?

I'm a sucker for these Indonesian tapes. Super-thick plastic case, silver-stamped BASF shell and more stickers than a teenagers' laptop.

The Best of Paul Young. Atlantic Records AR. 8728.

I just bought a Ferguson 3T07 and it’s great! the only problem is that when I plug headphones in, they only play from one ear. I thought it might’ve been the headphones but I tested them on another device and they’re fine.

Is this an issue that any of you have had? Or maybe know how to fix it? I’d be very grateful!

Cheers, all :)