On 6/1/2014 5:55 AM, Gary wrote:

> I *do* still have my old VCR still hooked up but it froze up do to
> sitting unused for a year or two. I almost threw it out but have held
> off thinking there might be some way to get it working again.
>
> It worked fine the last time I used it. Then I went to use it the next
> time after about a year or more and it didn't work. Some wheel or
> whatever has stuck. Put in a tape and it tries to play but then it
> ejects it immediately.
>
> Anyone knowledgeable with electronics have any ideas what I need to
> move/oil or should I just throw it out?
>
> G.
>

You could probably find one for $5 someplace or ask friends if they
have one to give you. Had you asked a couple of months ago I'd have
given you one.