What started out as Rega Planar 2 has been upgraded by enough aftermarket parts to be called the FrankenRega. Today I ordered a new ceramic bearing for it. I am currently using a ruby bearing in place of the original stainless steel bearing. I am not expecting much from this tweak but I will have fun trying it out. Oh and it will be a good time to change the bearing oil.

What remains of the Rega is the plinth, bearing well, one foot, most of the tonearm from the bearings and mount to the headshell and the original motor. I am seriously thinking about either the new Rega solid mount motor or one of the Origin Live's dc motor as a replacement. I have read good things about going from ac to dc. Replacing the stock subplatter with the heavier, slightly larger machined subplatter has reduced that 1% faster speed that Regas at 60hz exhibit. I am not sure that with the subplatter I will notice any difference. The real advantage to me will be having a backup motor for my ten year old table. I would appreciate input from anyone who has exchanged ttable motors.