Hi All,

I have an interesting situation: two AG-5700 VCRs with the identical
problem--the tape will not get threaded. The cassette gets ejected a
second or two after it gets seated. I think this is a timing problem,
possibly because the gearing is off by a tooth or two.

I know that the cassette basket needs to be "spring-loaded" and I have
adjusted it several times. Although it looks right, the problem
persists. I have seen the markings on the gear that interacts with the
mode switch, but I must still be doing something wrong in getting the
proper alignment to get the timing right.

Here is my question: is there something I can try before sending these
out for service? If so, I sure would appreciate your suggestions.