Our MBK-73 series of parts covers about ten VCR models by Hitachi, JC Penney and RCA.
The on-line database has been set up to direct you to the proper rubber replacement or maintenance kit for your VCR.  Even though every precaution has been taken to assure the accuracy of the database, mistakes can be made.  If you have doubts about the pictured VCR being similar to yours please check the chassis photos below.  If you feel that we've made a mistake, please E-Mail us   and let us know.


We have two rubber replacement kits and a maintenance kit for these VCRs that were manufactured by Hitachi under the Hitachi, RCA and JC Penney brands.


We have multiple rubber replacement kits and a replacement idler available for these VCRs that were manufactured by Hitachi.




MBK-73:
Belt Kit
 Our MBK-73 kit contains all four belts that are used in these VCRs.   The belts are used to drive the clutch that drives the reels and for loading and unloading.   Common problems are no play, poor picture, or lines in the picture   It is also common for bad belts to cause the VCR to attempt to power up then shut down.   Your price for our MBK-73 kit is $7.95.


See photos for belt locations.

MBK-73PT
Belt, tire and pinch roller kit
 		 Our MBK-73P kit contains all four belts that are used in these VCRs, plus the pinch roller and the idler tire. The belts are used to drive the clutch that drives the reels and for loading and unloading.   Common problems are no play, poor picture, or lines in the picture   It is also common for bad belts to cause the VCR to attempt to power up then shut down.  

 A bad idler tire can cause problems such as no FF/REW, wont play, shuts down in play or FF/REW modes, or eats tape.

The pinch roller is responsible for accurately and smoothly moving the tape along by pressing the tape against the capstan motor shaft.  Problems with a bad pinch roller include tracking issues, edge-of-tape damage, and intermittent loss of audio/video.     Your price for our MBK-73PT kit is $21.95.

See photos for parts locations.



Hitachi Chassis, Top View
Top view of Hitachi Chassis
Our MBK-73 Series of parts are for this chassis


Hitachi Chassis, Bottom View
Bottom view of Hitachi Chassis
Our MBK-73 Series of parts are for this chassis