Uploaded November 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In February 2020 I posted a video showing how to repair a broken Tortoise switch machine. Recently this issue resurfaced and I got some updated information from Steve Worack at Circuitron, the maker of Tortoises, with his suggestions for improving the repair as well as cleaning and lubricating them. So in this video I'll show you the new and improved repair method and go over some maintenance tips. You can download a copy of the full maintenance tips from my website at larrypuckett.wordpress.com .

Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:35 Background--The Problem
1:40 Circuitron's solution
3:14 Give it a shake
3:55 Continuity test
4:32 Cracking open the shell
5:25 Source of the rattle
7:18 Making holes
9:03 Amazon to the rescue
10:00 Installing wipers
13:57 Together again
14:38 Gathering tools and supplies
17:49 Dusting and cleaning
18:08 Brushing your teeth
18:53 Lubing
21:45 Wrapup