RT-707 speed problem, bulb/lamp specs

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I finally pulled my RT-707 out of the closet and tried to get it running.
There are two problems:
1. a direction indicator bulb is burned out. I know its a 28V bulb - but that's all. I don't know the type/brand/current rating/bulb style/etc.
Does anyone have a clue?
2. It records (in one direction) and plays in both - but the speed is far from constant. Is anyone familiar with that problem? I can't tell if it gets better as it warms up, or gets better as it gets to the end of a reel. I suspect the capstan motor instead reel motors, which only supply tension during play/record.
I have schematics, so if someone has a clue and can point me to something likely, I'd be very grateful.

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Topic - RT-707 speed problem, bulb/lamp specs - Allen J. Baum 16:35:11 01/16/06 (1)

Re: RT-707 speed problem, bulb/lamp specs - mfloyd23@yahoo.com 06:45:42 01/20/06 (0)

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